Business Administration Apprenticeship

G.S.B. SIGNS LTD

CHESHIRE (WA8 6EQ)

Closes in 12 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 6 August 2026

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Summary

Start your career with GSB Signs in Widnes! We're looking for a Business Administration Apprentice to join our friendly team and gain valuable workplace experience while earning and learning.

• Wage:

  £13,520 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  Potential salary increase/ increments depending on performance

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 4.00pm.

  32 hours 30 minutes a week

• Start date:

  Monday 24 August 2026

• Duration:

  1 year

• 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

• Processing orders and quotations
• Managing customer records on the Sage system
• Using Corel Draw to process art/ design work
• Handling customer enquiries using the telephone and email
• Coordinating with internal teams and external customers
• Maintaining accurate business records and documentation
• Using IT systems such as Microsoft Office
• Attending client site meetings where required
• Taking card payments
• Generating quotes for customers and creating sales orders for the production team

Where you'll work

APPLETON VILLAGE
WIDNES
CHESHIRE
WA8 6EQ

Training

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

Training provider

NORTHWEST EDUCATION AND TRAINING LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Understanding apprenticeship levels (opens in new tab)

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

Your training will take place within the work place where you training provider will visit you each month at the office. 

More training information

Your apprenticeship training will be delivered by Northwest Education and Training.

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
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Other requirements

Must be a driver with a full UK driving licence.

About this employer

GSB Signs is a well-established signage company based in Widnes, specialising in the design, manufacture and installation of high-quality signs and branding solutions for businesses across a range of industries. With a reputation for excellent customer service and attention to detail, GSB Signs works closely with clients to deliver creative and professional signage projects from concept through to completion. As part of the team, you'll gain valuable experience in a fast-paced and supportive business environment.

http://www.gsbsigns.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Free parking available.

 

After this apprenticeship

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

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there is potential for a full time employment opportunity.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NORTHWEST EDUCATION AND TRAINING LIMITED

Amanda Fair-Hill

amanda.fair-hill@nweat.co.uk

07512311133

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046751.

Apply now

Closes in 12 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)