Business Administration Apprentice

Webbs Estate Agents

CANNOCK (WS11 1LF)

Closes in 22 days (Sunday 23 November 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 30 October 2025

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Summary

Well, hold onto your hats because Webbs Estate Agents are on the hunt for a Business Administration Apprentice! If you've got a knack for organisation, communication, and problem-solving, we want YOU to join our Lettings Team.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Webbs are also looking to offer performance bonuses to candidates.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
9am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm, every other Saturday (with a full day off in lieu for each Saturday worked).

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 5 January 2026

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

At Webbs Estate Agents, we're not just another agency – we're the superheroes of the property world! Specialising in lettings and property management, we're all about providing top-notch service to landlords and tenants alike. And guess what? We're big fans of the Government Apprenticeship Programme, so you know you're in good hands.

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you'll be right in the thick of things, learning the ropes from our seasoned pros. Daily duties will include: 

  • Fielding enquiries via phone and email
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Keeping our databases and customer records in shipshape
  • Filing

You'll be the glue that holds our office together.

All we ask is that you bring your A-game - strong communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and a can-do attitude are a must. Oh, and a love for all things property-related wouldn't hurt either!

In return, we'll provide you with a supportive environment with hands-on training. You’ll earn a salary while you learn and there's plenty of room to grow within our company.

So, if you're ready to take the first step toward a bright future in property … we can't wait to meet you!

Where you'll work

153 AVON ROAD
CANNOCK
WS11 1LF

Training

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

Training provider

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE 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

  • Business Admin Apprenticeship Level 3
  • Maths and English functional skills level 2 if required
  • In-house systems training

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and Maths (grade GCSE Grades 9 - 4 or A* - 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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Friendly and approachable
  • Reliable
  • Hard working
  • Enthusiastic
  • Motivated

Other requirements

A driving licence would be a benefit but is not essential initially. You won’t need to drive immediately, but as your career develops, travel between branches and customers' homes will become part of the role.

About this employer

Since 1994, our priority at Webbs has been to provide exceptional service to our clients, whether you’re looking to sell, let, rent or buy a property. We understand that these transactions are both financially and emotionally significant, which is why we strive to offer a service that genuinely enhances the value of your investments. And this level of dedication and attention to detail is precisely what distinguishes Webbs from other estate agents.

https://www.webbsestateagents.co.uk/about-us/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Webbs are looking to build a team, and you will have a permanent position upon completion of the apprenticeship and the option to progress within the organisation to become a letting agent. 

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE COLLEGE

Apprenticeship Team

apprenticeships@southstaffs.ac.uk

03004562424

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000348885.

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Closes in 22 days (Sunday 23 November 2025 at 11:59pm)

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