Office Administration Apprentice

Lincolnshire Life Magazine

LINCOLN (LN6 3PW)

Closes in 22 days (Monday 11 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 18 July 2025

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Summary

A Lincolnshire based magazine publisher is seeking an Office Administration Apprentice to undertake administrative duties, to support the production and distribution of a portfolio of titles. You will develop a high level of organisation, communication and attention to detail as you help with the day-to-day business operations.

Wage

£13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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There is the possibility of a pay review after 6 months. The position also offers Life Cover and enrolment in a pension scheme, subject to age and eligibility.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm with one hour for lunch (7hrs/day). One day would be for off-site training – 6 hours plus 1hr lunch (7hrs).

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 2025

Duration

1 year 9 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

Duties will include, but will not be limited to:

  • Managing subscriptions and other databases
  • Invoicing and filing
  • Call handling and client enquiries
  • Office post

Where you'll work

COUNTY HOUSE
9 CHECKPOINT COURT
SADLER ROAD
LINCOLN
LN6 3PW

Training

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

Training provider

LINCOLN COLLEGE

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 work towards achieving their Apprenticeship Standard in Business Administration
  • A dedicated work-based trainer will be assigned to the candidate to provide them with support and guidance throughout the course
  • This is a predominantly work-based programme with College attendance required once a month. All learning will take place at the candidate's place of employment/College and within their contracted working hours

More training information

Course outline:
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeship-standards/st0070-v1-0

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and Maths (grade A*/9 – C/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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

Other requirements

The role would involve occasional lifting of heavy boxes as well as occasional driving.

About this employer

County Life Ltd is an independent Lincoln based publishing company with a portfolio of magazines. We manage the editorial, design, advertising, sales and distribution for our own titles and those of external clients, who rely upon our many years of experience and expertise.

http://www.lincolnshirelife.co.uk (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

We would recommend the option of pursuing an Accounts or Higher Level (4) Business qualification with a view to retaining the candidate in a job role.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LINCOLN COLLEGE

Kateryna Shevchenko

apprenticeships@lincolncollege.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000331277.

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Closes in 22 days (Monday 11 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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