Business Administration Apprenticeship
FARADAYS LIMITED
Eastleigh (SO50 4NU)
Closes in 18 days (Friday 13 November 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 26 October 2026
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Summary
Start your career in business administration with Faradays Electrical Contractors Ltd. Gain hands-on office experience, develop your IT skills and work towards a Level 3 Business Administration qualification while supporting real electrical and mechanical projects.
- Wage
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£15,600 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 Friday, 9am–5pm.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 4 January 2027
- 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
Based at the Faradays office in Eastleigh, you will support the Office Manager and wider team with daily administration.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Organising digital and paper files and maintaining accurate records.
- Preparing documents, letters and project paperwork.
- Answering telephone calls and email enquiries professionally.
- Updating calendars for meetings, appointments and site visits.
- Tracking paperwork and following up on outstanding documents.
- Recording quotations, job details and project information.
- Scanning, printing and filing documents.
- Using Microsoft Excel to update spreadsheets and trackers.
- Using Microsoft Word to prepare and format documents.
- Learning basic AutoCAD tasks with guidance and training.
- Supporting the team during busy periods and helping the office run smoothly.
Where you'll work
Unit 7
Parham Drive
Eastleigh
SO50 4NU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SOUTH HAMPSHIRE 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
You will complete a Level 2 Business Administrator Apprenticeship over 18–24 months, combining workplace experience with college training.
- Workplace: Gain practical experience at Faradays, learning office systems, document control and administrative processes.
- College: Attend Eastleigh College as part of your apprenticeship, with pre-arranged training sessions and masterclasses.
- On-the-job training: Receive guidance from colleagues while developing your administration, communication and IT skills.
- Off-the-job training: Develop the knowledge and skills required by the apprenticeship standard.
- Progress reviews: A Professional Trainer will monitor your progress and support your development.
- You will build a portfolio of evidence and complete an end-point assessment to demonstrate your knowledge, skills and behaviours.
More training information
South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) brings together Eastleigh, Fareham and Southampton colleges, providing technical and professional education to help learners build successful careers.
Its developing Centres of Excellence include Business, Finance and Accounting, providing access to industry-focused learning and modern resources.
SHCG aims to create better futures through high-quality training, employer partnerships and a supportive, inclusive learning environment.
Requirements
Desirable 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
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Initiative
About this employer
Established in 1977, Faradays Ltd is an experienced electrical contractor delivering projects across the UK in the petroleum, commercial and retail sectors. The company also provides specialist design and CAD services, alongside mechanical and electric vehicle charging solutions. With a team of over 30 employees, Faradays is committed to high standards of quality, health and safety, staff training and building strong relationships with its clients.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Potential progression routes include:
- Becoming a permanent employee.
- Taking on greater administrative responsibility.
- Progression will depend on your interests, development and available opportunities.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SOUTH HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE GROUP
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060868.
Apply now
Closes in 18 days (Friday 13 November 2026 at 11:59pm)