Business Administration Apprentice
J & S Vicary
YORK (YO43 4LY)
Closes in 18 days (Monday 9 March 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 17 February 2026
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Summary
J & S Vicary are seeking a Level 3 Business Administration apprentice. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a busy office, developing skills in organisation, communication, IT and business processes.
- Wage
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£15,704 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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Hours will normally be worked between the hours of 8:30 am-5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 1 April 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 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
You’ll dive into a dynamic role where no two days are the same. From processing customer orders and keeping office operations running smoothly, to organising records and collaborating with colleagues and customers. You’ll build valuable real-world experience handling customer enquiries, mastering office software, and gaining insight into how successful businesses operate. Along the way, you’ll develop professional skills, confidence, and workplace know-how that will set you up for future success.
Where you'll work
BRIDGEHOLME FARM
HOLME ROAD
MARKET WEIGHTON
YORK
YO43 4LY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
TEC PARTNERSHIP
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
Requirements
Essential 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
- Administrative skills
About this employer
Based in Market Weighton, East Yorkshire, J & S Vicary is a well-established, family-run business delivering a comprehensive range of agricultural and forestry services across the UK. Since 1985, we have built a strong reputation for expertise in large-scale wood chipping, wood chip supply, heavy-duty mulching, specialist site clearance, tree management and felling, and reseeding works.
Alongside our forestry operations, we supply high-quality wood fuel and garden products throughout the Yorkshire region, directly from our East Yorkshire yard. Our success is driven by a strong work ethic, investment in the latest machinery, and a highly skilled team.
After this apprenticeship
The right candidate may be appointed a full-time position within the company.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TEC PARTNERSHIP
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000016236.
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Closes in 18 days (Monday 9 March 2026 at 11:59pm)