Business Administration Apprentice

HycAero

Burnley (BB10 2TT)

Closes in 16 days (Friday 12 December 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 25 November 2025


Summary

We are looking for an Office Administrator Assistant to join HycAero company within Score Group, based at our facility in Burnley, England. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing company.

Wage

£18,000 a year

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The wage will be dependent on experience.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm. Friday, 8.00am - 12.15pm.

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 15 December 2025

Duration

1 year 6 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

Due to continued growth within HycAero we are looking for an administrative support apprentice to join the Environmental, Health and Safety team to support with some of the fundamental administrative duties, such as maintaining the business management software system, reporting and auditing data, as well as conducting basic housekeeping, safety and environmental inspections on the shop floor.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing company. If you have previous experience and have good IT/Microsoft skills and enjoy working as part of a team, this is a great chance to develop your skills further within a fast-paced and varied environment.

What we offer
Score Group offers an opportunity with a company that is deeply committed to helping our people to learn, upskill and develop their careers. lf you are looking to develop your skills as an administrator, in a business with excellent growth opportunities across a range of industrial sectors, and like the sound of an attractive salary, contributory pension, excellent benefits and the opportunity to learn from great colleagues, then please review the job outline below - we'd love to hear from you!

Primary Responsibilities

  • Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company policies, procedures, standards and work instructions
  • Manage email and phone responses for EHS-related enquiries
  • Maintaining the business management software that records all data
  • General administrative tasks, including scanning, filing, and record management
  • Reviewing data from accidents, incidents and near misses
  • Prepare data and visual reports for meetings
  • Conducting housekeeping inspections across the business
  • Legislative inspections such as fire extinguisher and emergency lighting checks
  • Liaise with external waste contractors in monitoring of waste costs and maintaining accurate disposal records
  • Support with reviewing monthly EHS stock levels
  • Data input as required into relevant systems and spreadsheets
  • Maintaining a clean and tidy work area

Where you'll work

Unit 2
Widow Hill Court
Burnley
BB10 2TT

Training

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

Training provider

BURNLEY 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

Training will take place one day a week at Burnley College.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade A*-C/9-4)

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
  • Customer facing skills
  • Microsoft Office skills

Other requirements

Previous experience in an office and administrative role is preferred.

About this employer

Score Group is a specialist in precision manufacturing, valve supply, automation and management systems and provides complex engineering solutions to customers in multiple markets, including defence, nuclear, aerospace, utilities, and energy. With operations in more than 30 locations, across 5 continents, Score Group supports a global customer base. HycAero primary focus is on special processing of civil airframe, defence and commercial components and ancillary equipment. Specialist activities include engineering and design, advanced manufacturing, the application of protective treatments and component repair.

https://hycrome.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Insurance: Private Medical, Partner Life, Travel, Private Dental. Group Pension Plan, Group Life Assurance 3x annual base salary, Critical Illness, Partner Critical Illness Cover, Healthcare Cash Plan, Health Assessments, Cycle to Work, Tech Scheme

After this apprenticeship

There is potential for full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BURNLEY COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000002313.

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Closes in 16 days (Friday 12 December 2025 at 11:59pm)

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