Apprentice Business Administration
MOON RISE 24HR RECRUITMENT
York (YO26 6RW)
Closes in 16 days (Friday 12 December 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 25 November 2025
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Summary
We are seeking a motivated enthusiastic Apprentice Business Administrator to support the smooth running of our day-to-day operations in our York office location. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop a career in business administration, gain hands - on experience, and work towards a recognised qualification.
- Wage
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£14,918.80 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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Monday - Friday. Shifts to be confirmed.
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 5 January 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
- Providing general administrative support to the wider team
- Covering the front office and reception area
- Answering phone calls and directing enquiries professionally
- Assisting with staff shift coordination
- Scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and taking minutes
- Supporting the registered manager with basic administrative tasks
- Handling incoming and outgoing correspondence calls and emails
- Maintaining accurate records and updating internal databases
- Assisting in the preparation of reports and presentation
- Delivering excellent customer service via phone, email and in- person
- Managing the office mailbox and deliveries
- Handling requests for car keys, property keys and other resources
- Arranging office cleaners and ensuring a tidy working environment
Where you'll work
Westminster Place
York Business Park Nether Poppleton
York
YO26 6RW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
DERWENTSIDE 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 Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
- Training will be completed fully within the workplace, with support and guidance from an industry trained training consultant
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
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
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
About this employer
At Moonrise 24hr Recruitment, we specialise in connecting talented people with the right opportunities around the clock. With a focus on professionalism, care, and reliability, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding service to both candidates and employers. Joining us means being part of a supportive and dynamic team where your growth and development really matter.
After this apprenticeship
- Progression for further development with the employer and a permanent position for the right candidate
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DERWENTSIDE COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000002299.
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Closes in 16 days (Friday 12 December 2025 at 11:59pm)
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