Apprentice Administrator

CARE AVENUES LIMITED

Bristol (BS1 3AG)

Closes in 28 days (Friday 3 October 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 September 2025


Summary

This apprenticeship provides hands-on, paid training combining on-the-job experience with formal study, leading to a formal qualification in your chosen field. You'll earn a wage, gain practical skills by working alongside experienced staff, and develop a clear career path, making it an excellent way to kickstart a fulfilling and employable career.

Wage

£14,722.50 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 37.5 hours per week

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 6 October 2025

Duration

8 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

  • Experience in working in a busy fast paced environment with a proven track record in recruitment
  • Experience of dealing with people/customers either over the phone or face to face
  • Highly organised with the ability to multitask and deal with constantly changing priorities
  • Excellent communication skills to deal with candidates and managers at all levels
  • Good computer skills with knowledge and experience of using the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook
  • Database management experience preferably gained using an applicant management system
  • Take responsibility and ownership of tasks to ensure completion on time
  • Applicants with in-house recruitment or agency recruitment experience are preferred

Where you'll work

Castlemead
Lower Castle Street
Bristol
BS1 3AG

Training

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

Training provider

HIT TRAINING LTD

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

Business Administrator Level 3.

Requirements

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
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Other requirements

Pass an enhanced DBS check

About this employer

We are a family-run Care Provider that has been established in the marketplace since 2009. We have built strong lasting links with Local Communities where we operate, and our approach is very much tailored around the individual. We are currently rated GOOD by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We offer and provide a range of services to individuals within their own homes by providing packages for the Elderly, Adults, Younger Adults, and Children. We also provide Specialist Services to individuals who have Complex Needs, Learning Disabilities, Autism, Mental Health, Dementia, and Short-Term Support to enable people to maximize their potential and remain independent. Care Avenues Ltd aims to provide Care and Support to the Elderly, Children, and Adults who require additional support to remain independent. We are committed to ensuring that we provide a high standard of Personal Care.

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

Company benefits

Access to gym

After this apprenticeship

Permanent employment with Care Avenues.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CARE AVENUES LIMITED

Siti Shah

siti@careavenues.co.uk

0121 455 8008

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000340723.

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Closes in 28 days (Friday 3 October 2025 at 11:59pm)

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