Business Administrator Apprentice

MODULAR SYSTEMS LTD

Hull (HU5 1AP)

Closes in 19 days (Wednesday 4 March 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 11 February 2026

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Summary

As a Business Administrator Apprentice, you will support different areas of the organisation, contributing to the efficiency and smooth running of daily operations. The role offers varied responsibilities and the opportunity to work closely with internal teams, suppliers, and customers.

Wage

£15,311.40 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
32 hours a week to start with. Monday - Thursday 07:30 - 16:00 This will then increase to 39 hours to include a Friday 07:30 - 15:00

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 16 March 2026

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

  • Providing general administrative support across departments
  • Managing emails, correspondence, and internal documentation
  • Updating records, databases, and business systems
  • Supporting scheduling, meetings, and operational planning
  • Assisting with data entry, reporting, and document preparation
  • Liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders professionally
  • Supporting finance or purchasing administration where required
  • Maintaining accurate records and ensuring confidentiality and compliance
  • Contributing ideas to improve administrative processes and efficiency
  • The role will help you build transferable business skills including communication, IT systems, organisation, and problem solving, which are core elements of the Business Administrator standard

Where you'll work

Bankside
Hull
HU5 1AP

Training

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

Training provider

HULL 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. 

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
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working

About this employer

Modular Systems Ltd specialise in the design, fabrication, and installation of modular pod solutions, including GRP and steel pods used in sectors such as student accommodation, residential developments, hotels, and healthcare. The company supports projects from pre-construction through to installation and works with clients to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions.

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

After this apprenticeship

  • Progression into a full-time administrative or operational role within the business
  • Development into senior administration, coordination, or supervisory roles
  • Opportunity to build skills leading towards management pathways

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HULL COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000014756.

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Closes in 19 days (Wednesday 4 March 2026 at 11:59pm)