Business Administration Apprentice
UCS College Group
Bridgwater (TA6 4PZ)
Closes in 16 days (Sunday 11 October 2026)
Posted on 21 September 2026
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Summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated apprentice to begin their career in a supportive and welcoming college environment. As an Administrative Apprentice, you will provide efficient and effective administrative support across the campus, working with curriculum, commercial and central service teams.
- Wage
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£20,258 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Thursday
08:30 to 17:00
Friday
08:30 to 16:30
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 27 October 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
The role offers a broad introduction to college administration, with hands-on experience of office systems, processes and day-to-day operations in a range of different settings.
You will develop a wide range of workplace skills, including administration, organisation, customer service and professional communication, while learning to adapt your approach to different teams and working environments.
You will work closely with staff and external stakeholders, providing a welcoming first point of contact and representing the College in a positive and professional way. As part of the role, you will support a variety of administrative activities across the campus, including student and college events, and gain an understanding of how different teams work together to support learners, staff and visitors.
This apprenticeship is ideal for someone who is well organised, friendly and enthusiastic, with a willingness to learn and a proactive approach to tasks. You will be supported to develop your skills in Microsoft Office, communication and teamwork, building a strong foundation for future roles in administration, education or support services.
Where you'll work
UCS College Group Bridgwater Campus
Bath Road
Bridgwater
TA6 4PZ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
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
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C or above or equivalent)
- Maths (grade 4/C or above or equivalent)
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
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
Unfortunately, due to the volume of applicants the College receives, we are unable to contact candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. Therefore, if you have not been contacted within four weeks of the post’s closing date, you may assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.
Interviews have been scheduled for Thursday 22 October. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted shortly after the closing date.
The interview process will include:
- Job related tasks
- Individual interviews
Any offer of employment will be subject to employment references, medical clearance and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.
About this employer
Whether you’re leaving school, changing careers, or upskilling in your profession, we provide the support and opportunities you need to thrive.
Join a vibrant and inclusive learning environment, where academic excellence meets hands-on experience. With dedicated staff, strong employer partnerships, and state-of-the-art facilities, you’re bound to find the perfect place to begin your next chapter.
https://www.ucscollegegroup.ac.uk/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
The College group offers a range of benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- Potential admin based role within the UCS College Group
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
UNIVERSITY CENTRE SOMERSET COLLEGE GROUP
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000054593.
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Closes in 16 days (Sunday 11 October 2026)
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