Business Administrator Apprenticeship
IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED
London (SW6 2UL)
Closes in 12 days (Monday 9 November 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 27 October 2026
Contents
Summary
Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and organised Business Administrator Apprentice to support the day-to-day operations of a busy artisan bakery business. You'll gain experience in administration, customer service, order processing, supplier coordination and business support while developing valuable workplace skills.
- Wage
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£12,480 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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May include weekends
30 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 30 November 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
Provide administrative support to the bakery management and wider team
Answer customer enquiries by phone, email and in person
Process customer orders and maintain accurate records
Manage diaries, bookings and delivery schedules
Assist with stock ordering and supplier administration
Maintain databases, spreadsheets and filing systems
Support invoicing, purchase orders and basic financial administration
Coordinate communications with customers, suppliers and delivery partners
Assist with organising catering and corporate orders
Monitor and update internal systems and business documentation
Prepare reports, correspondence and administrative documents
Support recruitment, staff records and training administration where required
Help maintain health and safety, compliance and operational records
Assist with marketing activities, promotions and customer communications
Provide general office support to ensure the smooth running of the business
Work collaboratively with bakery, café and management teams
Contribute to improving business processes and efficiency
Work towards achieving the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship qualification
Where you'll work
124 Wandsworth Bridge Road
London
SW6 2UL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
IGNITE SPORT UK 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
Training completed online and in the workplace
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 5)
- Maths (grade 5)
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
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
About this employer
Our client is an award-winning artisan food business known for producing high-quality baked goods and delivering outstanding customer service. Operating in a fast-paced environment, they work with retail, wholesale and corporate customers, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern business practices. This apprenticeship offers excellent exposure to business operations, customer service and administration within a growing and successful organisation.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Full time employment
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
IGNITE SPORT UK LIMITED
Leah Bryan
l.bryan@ignitetraininguk.com
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000061282.
Apply now
Closes in 12 days (Monday 9 November 2026 at 11:59pm)