Apprentice Business Administrator

L. & R. ROADLINES LIMITED

Cheshire (CH65 4EL)

Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 13 August 2025

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Summary

The post holders will support a range of general office and business functions across key departments such as operations, finance, HR, and sales within a fast-paced road lining company. They will gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a recognised Business Administration apprenticeship qualification.

Wage

£15,704 to £25,396.80, depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 2 September 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

2

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 day-to-day administrative support across key departments
  • Respond to telephone, email, and in-person enquiries from colleagues, customers, and suppliers
  • Support general office tasks including data entry, photocopying, scanning, filing, and archiving
  • Assist with basic finance processes such as raising purchase orders and processing invoices
  • Help maintain accurate staff records and support HR with general admin tasks
  • Assist with the organisation of meetings, minute-taking, and internal communication
  • Contribute to data gathering, document preparation, and reporting as needed

Where you'll work

Albert House 6 Cloister Way
Ellesmere Port
Cheshire
CH65 4EL

Training

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

Training provider

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

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 candidate will follow a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a full Standard as a Business Administrator
  • This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College - South & West. If you do not already hold GCSEs at grade A-D / 8-4 in English and maths you will complete Functional Skills in the related subjects to attain Level 2 Functional Skills
  • L&R Roadlines will provide in-house training to support the chosen candidate to broaden their knowledge of the organisation and its specific needs

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade C/4)
  • Maths (grade 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
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working

Other requirements

Work experience in an office/administrative environment is desirable but not essential.

About this employer

Founded in 1972, L&R has grown organically over the past 50 years to become one of the UK’s most respected specialists in road marking, high-performance surfacing, and tailored traffic safety solutions. Operating from our purpose-built head office in Ellesmere Port and a satellite depot in Sandbach, we deliver a wide range of infrastructure services across the UK. Our fully accredited, multi-skilled workforce self-delivers all projects to the highest standards, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation. In 2021, L&R became part of the SWARCO Group, a global leader in road safety, traffic management, and intelligent transport systems. Operating in more than 80 countries, SWARCO brings cutting-edge technology, world-class expertise, and a shared commitment to shaping the future of mobility.

Company benefits

Company pension scheme. Private healthcare scheme. Perkbox. Long service rewards. Cycle to work scheme.

After this apprenticeship

  • Opportunity for permanent employment and progression upon successful completion of the apprenticeship

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

Becky Smythe

becky.smythe@ccsw.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000335742.

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Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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