Business Administration Apprentice
AVIS CONTRACTS LTD
HUTTON (CM13 1TE)
Closes in 24 days (Monday 12 January 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 19 December 2025
Contents
Summary
The Business Administration Apprentice will support the day-to-day running of the business, primarily assisting the Accounts Manager, while also providing administrative support to the Health & Safety department and offering project-based support to Document Controllers as required.
- Wage
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£19,747 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch break.
35 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 2 February 2026
- Duration
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1 year 9 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
Avis Contracts is a growing construction company that values its people and invests in their development. As a Business Administration Apprentice, you’ll be part of the day-to-day running of the business, supporting the team and gaining practical experience alongside a recognised qualification.
The Business Administration Apprentice will support the day-to-day running of the business, primarily assisting the Accounts Manager, while also providing administrative support to the Health & Safety department and offering project-based support to Document Controllers as required.
The role sits within the Head Office accounts and administration function and works closely with teams across the business, including finance, health & safety and project delivery. This position provides structured on-the-job learning alongside a formal apprenticeship within a busy construction environment.
Duties will include:
- Assisting the Accounts Manager with day-to-day administrative tasks
- Supporting accounts administration, including data entry, filing and record keeping
- Processing invoices, raising purchase orders and assisting with supplier queries
- Providing administrative support to the Health & Safety department
- Assisting with health & safety documentation and compliance records
- Supporting Document Controllers with project documentation as required
- Maintaining accurate records, spreadsheets and internal systems
- Handling emails and telephone enquiries
- Supporting general office administration
Where you'll work
UNIT 11
CHANCERYGATE
33 TALLON ROAD
HUTTON
CM13 1TE
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
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
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
- Administrative skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Manage & prioritise tasks
- Confident to speak up
Other requirements
Due to the location of our office and its distance from the nearest station (Shenfield), the ideal candidate will live locally or be able to drive and have access to a car.
About this employer
Avis Contracts is a specialist carpentry and joinery subcontractor delivering high-quality workmanship across residential and mixed-use developments. We operate on projects throughout the M25, working in partnership with leading main contractors and developers.
Our services include general carpentry, bespoke joinery, wardrobes and associated fit-out works, with a strong focus on quality, safety and collaboration. As a growing business, we pride ourselves on developing our people, maintaining high standards, and building long-term relationships with our clients and supply chain.
After this apprenticeship
- Candidates could go on to a permanent position in one of our various departments, subject to performance and business needs
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000005909.
Apply now
Closes in 24 days (Monday 12 January 2026 at 11:59pm)