Junior Administrator Apprentice

RRA ARCHITECTS LTD

Gloucestershire (GL50 3DA)

Closes in 10 days (Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 19 August 2026

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Summary

The Junior Administrator will provide high-quality administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the office and contributing to the delivery of the Company's business objectives. The post-holder will be required to form a proactive working relationship with the team. 

• Wage:

  £15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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  Applicant Age dependant for the first 12 months

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: 9am - 5.30pm Monday - Thursday, 9am - 4.00pm Friday, (1-hour lunch break).

  37 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 7 September 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 3 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

Training will be required on all systems.

• Preparation for meetings for the team
• In advance, co-ordinating the team and preparation of printed material
• On the day, preparing the room, greeting people for meetings, preparing drinks
• Diary management
• Attend meetings as and when required
• Participate in staff development as required
• Actively update the company CRM system with timesheets, enquiries and client details
• Office housekeeping for the whole building, maintaining stock levels for all sundry items, ensuring housekeeping standards are maintained and the kitchen is always clean and tidy
• Follow company processes and procedures as set out
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and to be able to reorganise priorities at short notice

Every day is different, although certain aspects will have to be completed each day.

Where you'll work

16 Royal Crescent
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL50 3DA

Training

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

Training provider

RIVERSIDE TRAINING LIMITED

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.

More training information

Remote teach sessions and 1:1 support with Learning Coach.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4/C)
• Maths (grade 4/C)

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

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Confidence
• Hard Working
• Polite

About this employer

Established in 1986...
… and since then, we’ve been designing places where people can live, work and thrive.

Combining creativity with practicality, we listen carefully to your goals so our schemes don’t just look great, they work brilliantly, now and for years to come.

Sustainability is built into our process. From family homes to commercial spaces and heritage projects, we design with care for people and the environment.

 

https://rraarchitects.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

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

Remain with company and take on any future opportunities as they arise.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

RIVERSIDE TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000049073.

Apply now

Closes in 10 days (Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 11:59pm)