Business Administration Apprentice (Finance Focus)
RED PADDLE CO LIMITED
DEVON (TQ9 7LQ)
Closes in 31 days (Friday 12 June 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 12 May 2026
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Summary
This apprenticeship is designed to give you hands-on experience in business administration, with a primary focus on supporting our finance team. You’ll also gain exposure to other areas of the business, helping you build a broad understanding of how a successful company operates.
- Wage
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£15,600 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday (7.5 hours per day) - Flexible on actual hours so can be 8am-4pm or 9am-5pm (Lunch 30 mins).
From the 14th of September hours will include weekly attendance at South Devon College (9am-4pm) every Tuesday.
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 22 June 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- Support the finance team with day-to-day administrative tasks
- Assist with processing invoices, expenses, and purchase orders
- Help maintain accurate financial records and data entry
- Support credit control and supplier communications
- Assist with basic reporting and spreadsheet management
- Provide general administrative support across the business when required
- Help coordinate internal processes and documentation
About You
- A strong interest in finance or business administration
- Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
- Basic IT skills (Microsoft Excel and Word preferred)
- Good communication skills
- Reliable, organised, and proactive attitude
Where you'll work
UNIT 3 HALWELL BUSINESS PARK
HALWELL
TOTNES
DEVON
TQ9 7LQ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
- Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
- Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
- Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
- Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
- Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
- Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
- Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.
Training schedule
- Core finance and accounting administration skills
- How to use business systems and financial software
- Communication and teamwork across departments
- Organisational and professional workplace skills
More training information
In addition you will be completing the Level 3 Business Administration and will be required to attend South Devon College one day per week. You will be expected to complete required assignments and assessments to achieve appenticeship qualification.
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4 or above)
- Maths (grade 4 or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Reliable
- Proactive Attitude
About this employer
Red Paddle Co Ltd is a globally recognised brand in the outdoor and watersports industry, known for innovation, quality, and a passion for adventure. As a growing company, we’re excited to offer an opportunity for an enthusiastic apprentice to begin their career within our business, gaining valuable experience with a strong focus on finance.
https://red-equipment.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
- Structured apprenticeship training and support
- Opportunity to gain a recognised qualification
- Real-world experience in a global brand
- Friendly and supportive team environment
After this apprenticeship
Potential for a permanent role upon succesful completion of the apprenticeship programme.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SOUTH DEVON COLLEGE
Helen Callow
helen@redequipment.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000030931.
Apply now
Closes in 31 days (Friday 12 June 2026 at 11:59pm)