Business Administrator Apprentice
NICHOLAS ASSOCIATES GROUP LIMITED
Rotherham (S60 5AA)
Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 2 September 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 20 August 2026
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Summary
We are looking for a Business Administration Apprentice to work as part of our dynamic team here in Sheffield. You’ll gain hands-on experience supporting projects and programme activities while developing valuable business skills at the heart of the sector.
- Wage
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£15,392 to £24,454.04, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday - 08.30am till 5pm and Friday 08.30am till 4.30pm with 1-hour unpaid lunch.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 28 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 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
This role will include the following duties supported by your line manager and colleagues:
- To operate routine administrative systems and procedures within the team that specifically supports the operation of the service area
- To organise meetings and events in liaison with other relevant officers and outside agencies/bodies and take minutes/notes as required
- To receive, sort and distribute incoming/outgoing mail
- To provide a frontline customer response service and resolve basic queries
- To send out routine communications, issue reminders and chase responses
- To undertake a range of routine tasks specific to the service area, prioritising them as directed and working within approved procedures
- To undertake routine financial processes including checking stock level and raising orders/requisitions in accordance with approved procedures
- To check and look after office equipment bringing any issues to the attention of the supervisor
Where you'll work
Catcliffe
Rotherham
S60 5AA
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)
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
- This apprenticeship will provide you with the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship
- Training will be delivered by Inspiro
More information about this apprenticeship can be found here:
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0070-v1-0
You will compile evidence demonstrating occupational skills, knowledge and behaviours.
You will be supported virtual learning modules (VLE), remote sessions and one to one learning coach.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
- Punctual
- Enthusiastic
Other requirements
Apprentice Employment Agency is acting as an Flexi-Job Apprentice Agency & will engage you for the duration of the apprenticeship & pay your salary. You should be aware that the company/business named in this vacancy is a host employer & you will not be employed by them. Your application may be shared with training providers & employers.
About this employer
We are a major engineering firm and top-three global manufacturer of plants for the metals industry, establishing a significant new UK headquarters and research facility near Sheffield. Located in Rotherham, our 47,000 sq ft facility consolidates UK operations to support growth, with, or nearing, completion to enhance, and in some cases, bring new capability to, the local manufacturing ecosystem.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
On completion of the apprenticeship, successful candidates could secure a role in a successful, dynamic company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NICHOLAS ASSOCIATES GROUP LIMITED
Jan Crabb
jan.crabb@apprentice-employment.co.uk
07747562961
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000049050.
Apply now
Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 2 September 2026 at 11:59pm)