Sales Administration Apprentice - REF 14970

VALVES INSTRUMENT PLUS LTD

MANCHESTER (M29 7JT)

Closes on Tuesday 13 October 2026

Posted on 13 July 2026

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Summary

Valves Instruments Plus in Astley are recruiting for a Sales Admin Apprentice.The successful applicant will complete a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship over the duration of 18 months. 

• Wage:

  £15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  • £300 per week

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm, 1 hour un-paid lunch

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Tuesday 20 October 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

- Speaking with customers regards outstanding quotations, prospects about working with VIP and general communication with customers or potential customers
- Look at reactivating low/no spend accounts through email and telecommunications.
- CRM/Admin tasks inputting information into the CRM such as phone numbers, details of calls, jobs roles etc.
- Sending introductory emails to customer

Where you'll work

VIP HOUSE
CHADDOCK LANE
ASTLEY
MANCHESTER
M29 7JT

Training

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

Training provider

NORTH LANCS. TRAINING GROUP C.I.C.

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

• Level 3 Business Administrator 
• Functional skills 
• Work based learning 

Requirements

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Team working
• Motivated
• Reliable
• Honest
• Punctual

About this employer

Since 1985, Valves Instruments Plus (VIP) has been a trusted leader in quality, reliability, and service. With decades of expertise, we supply a wide range of products across industries like building services, process, and pharmaceuticals. Strong partnerships with major brands and our exclusive VIP product line ensure top-quality solutions tailored to customer needs.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

• Progression onto full time employment

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NORTH LANCS. TRAINING GROUP C.I.C.

Recruitment

recruitment@nltg.co.uk

01254395355

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000042240.

Apply now

Closes on Tuesday 13 October 2026

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