Business Support Apprentice

FURNISS & WHITE (FOUNDRIES) LTD

SHEFFIELD (S25 4JL)

Closes in 22 days (Friday 6 November 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 15 October 2026

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Summary

Looking for a career opportunity within the manufacturing industry? Taylor Forgings Ltd are looking to extend their excellent team; by recruiting a Business Support Apprentice to help in the running of their Steel Foundry based in Dinnington.

Wage

£10,400 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday – 09:00 – 14:30

25 hours a week

Start date

Monday 16 November 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

As a Business Support Apprentice, you'll be trained on and responsible for (but not limited to) the following:

 

·        General office administration, including filing, scanning, stock checking and re-ordering;

·        Order entry to CRM system and job card creation;

·        Use of Sage, Excel and similar systems;

·        Material purchasing, planning and scheduling;

·        Ensuring first aid training is valid;

·        Updating social media platforms in line with current projects;

·        Answering of the phone in a polite and professional manner;

·        Adhering to company procedures and policies.

 

You’ll develop your skills alongside various members of the team, learning a variety of duties and supporting the whole business to continued growth. You’ll be taught and mentored by supervisors who are well versed in the job role and industry, to achieve your full potential and share in the company’s success.

 

If you are committed and ready to take your first step into a real career with a well-established business, then please apply now! This apprenticeship and opportunity with Furniss and White will be highly competitive, so do not miss your chance!

Where you'll work

UNIT 17 ABBEY WAY
NORTH ANSTON TRADING ESTATE
NORTH ANSTON
SHEFFIELD
S25 4JL

Training

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

Training provider

RNN 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

The successful candidate will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group both remotely and from one of their campuses, giving you the training and support you need to achieve the accompanying qualification.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade A*-C/9-4)

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
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Knowlwge of Microsoft
  • Knowlwge of CRM systems

Other requirements

This is a successful business with a fantastic reputation that works to a tight schedule. They are looking for someone who can get there in a morning punctually (think about the location of the business and transport links), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive member of the team.

About this employer

Established in 1980, Furniss and White are a family-owned, independent British steel foundry specialising in castings, fabrications and precision machining.

 

Reputation, craftsmanship and innovation has fuelled the company’s growth for over 40 years. Furniss & White now employs more than 110 people in five separate divisions; the company has continued to foster new generations of industry-leading talent through its apprenticeship programme.

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After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Further and higher skill development within the business. A lasting career with Furniss and White.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RNN GROUP

Lorraine

lorraine.savage@rnngroup.ac.uk

07713 319356

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059283.

Apply now

Closes in 22 days (Friday 6 November 2026 at 11:59pm)