Sales Administrator Apprentice

T.P.C (AUTOMOTIVE) LTD

WELLINGBOROUGH (NN8 6AB)

Closes on Tuesday 21 July 2026

Posted on 21 May 2026

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Summary

Fantastic opportunity, due to increased business the company are looking for a confident, organised and enthusiastic apprentice to join their busy admin team. As part of your role you will be managing phone calls/visitors coming into the building, researching information on vehicle parts & much more!

Wage

£16,640 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

£16,640 to £18,000 per annum depending on age and experience

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday finish at 4.00pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 4 August 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

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

General office duties.

  • Answering emails in a professional manner
  • Working as part of the sales team taking enquires via phone and email
  • Placing purchase orders with suppliers
  • Researching information on vehicle parts on behalf of customers
  • Processing orders and responding to customer requests for information
  • Completing a project that is beneficial to the company

Personal Specification:

  • Have (or be predicted to achieve) at least 5 GSCE’s grade 4 to 9 including English and math’s
  • Great communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Be self-motivated and able to work as part of a close team

This role will be supported by Starting Offs Level 3 Business Administrator qualification the specified off-the-job training time.

The ideal candidate will have an upbeat personality, be confident, eager to succeed and have an interest in cars/performance vehicles.

Where you'll work

40 HUXLEY CLOSE
WELLINGBOROUGH
NN8 6AB

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

STARTING OFF LIMITED

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
  • Remote training delivery
  • Onefile
  • VLE
    6 hours of dedicated training time every week

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/c)
  • Maths (grade 4/c)

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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

About this employer

Established in 2004 my client is a distributor of performance and turning products to the automotive market. They aim to provide the best service, brands, and prices to their dealer network. They supply products to a wide range of companies comprising of specialist tuners, high street stores, mail order retailers and individuals using various online retailers such as Ebay and promoting products on social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram.

Due to increased business the company are looking for a confident, organised and enthusiastic apprentice to join their busy admin team.

Company benefits

  •   20 days holiday + bank holidays

After this apprenticeship

  • Possible full time permanent position upon completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

STARTING OFF LIMITED

Lucy Harris

lucy.harris@startingoff.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000032985.

Apply now

Closes on Tuesday 21 July 2026