Business Administration Apprentice
HARDALL INTERNATIONAL LTD
Ludun Close (LU54PN)
Closes in 22 days (Friday 12 June 2026)
Posted on 21 May 2026
Contents
Summary
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity as a Business Administration Apprentice? Then look no further, we are advertising a fantastic opportunity with Hardall International Limited, based in Dunstable.
- Wage
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£16,224 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday 8.00 - 17.00, Thursday 8.00 - 16.00 1 hour for lunch.
39 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 3 August 2026
- Duration
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1 year 9 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
Hardall International Limited are seeking applications for a Business Administration apprentice to join their busy Credit Control team. Hardall are a family-run business based in Dunstable who have been designing, manufacturing and installing bespoke chute systems since 1983 and is a market leader in this field.
About the role;
Although you will be part of the Credit Control Team, you will gain experience via on-the-job training in different areas of business administration, including customer service, finance, supply management, health and safety and other areas.
You will be providing office support in all areas of business administration. This includes assisting with departmental financial records, preparing reports, dealing with customers, including resolving problems and complaints, to maximise customer service. The role will involve working in company software, portals and databases, so you will require good IT skills. You will be a confident person who will maintain good customer relationships.
If successful, you will work with Hardall and gain a qualification by attending Bedford College on day release once per month to obtain a Level 3 Business Administration qualification, which is an 18-month programme, so you will be earning a salary whilst you learn and gain qualifications. You will also be assigned an experienced workplace mentor, who will support you to develop your workplace skills, knowledge, and behaviours throughout the duration of your apprenticeship programme.
Where you'll work
Hardall House
Ludun Close
LU54PN
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
BEDFORD 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
- Level 3 Business Administration
- Level 2 Functional Skills English and maths
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
- English (grade 4)
- Maths (grade 4)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Able to be part of a team
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
Other requirements
Please consider your transport links to get to both the employers location and the college.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of our Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process.
Only candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered.
Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
About this employer
Designing, manufacturing, installing and servicing refuse and recycling waste as well as linen laundry chutes.
After this apprenticeship
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity to be offered a permanent role within Hardall International Ltd.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
BEDFORD COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000032798.
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Closes in 22 days (Friday 12 June 2026)
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