Apprentice Business Administrator

Advertising Works

LEEDS (LS27 7JU)

Closes in 21 days (Friday 30 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 January 2026

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Summary

As an apprentice, you’ll play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the business, assisting various departments with administrative tasks, customer service, and day-to-day office management.

Wage

£14,918.80 to £24,126.96, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
9:00hrs to 17:00hrs Monday to Friday.

38 hours a week

Start date

Monday 2 February 2026

Duration

1 year 4 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

  • Provide general administrative support such as filing, photocopying, scanning, and data entry.

  • Maintain and update records, databases, and internal systems.

  • Support internal and external communications via email, phone, and written correspondence.

  • Help with the scheduling of signage installations, managing diaries, and coordinating RAMS for fitters.

  • Process invoices, purchase orders, and other finance-related documents (as required).

  • Contribute to improving administrative processes and supporting wider team projects.

  • Always uphold confidentiality and data protection standards.
     

     

Where you'll work

UNIT 3
TREEFIELD INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
GILDERSOME MORLEY
LEEDS
LS27 7JU

Training

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

Training provider

VELOCITY 1ST LIMITED

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

Velocity apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, they will provide the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace and to expand future career prospects.

More training information

Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their programme.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working

About this employer

“Established over 30 years ago, we have grown into a comprehensive full-service agency, delivering a broad range of creative and production solutions. Our expertise spans signage design and installation, web design and development, graphic design, point-of-sale materials, and end-to-end print management. With decades of industry experience, we continue to provide reliable, high-quality services tailored to the needs of our clients.”

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After this apprenticeship

The role offers long-term security and the opportunity to progress into a permanent position.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

VELOCITY 1ST LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000004854.

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Closes in 21 days (Friday 30 January 2026 at 11:59pm)