Level 3 Business Administrator - Apprentice
LLOYD & JONES (ENGINEERS) LTD
Ormskirk (L40 8JR)
Closes in 11 days (Sunday 18 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 2 October 2026
Contents
Summary
Join our specialist cutting tools branch in Burscough as a Stores Assistant. Based mainly in our sales office, you’ll process incoming and outgoing goods, keep stock records accurate and work closely with the sales team.
- Wage
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£15,808 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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Monday - Friday. Hours to be agreed.
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 2 November 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 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
Lloyd & Jones Engineers Limited is an independent industrial distributor with branches across the UK.
We are looking for a Stores Assistant to join our specialist cutting tools branch in Burscough.
Our Burscough branch specialises in supplying cutting tools and associated products to engineering and manufacturing companies across the UK. This is not a general warehouse position.
The position is predominantly office based within our sales office, rather than working in a traditional warehouse environment.
The Role:
Working alongside our experienced sales team, your duties will include:
- Booking goods received from suppliers onto our computer system
- Processing and booking goods out to customers
- Checking incoming and outgoing products against orders
- Identifying and handling engineering and cutting-tool products
- Maintaining accurate stock and transaction records
- Liaising with the sales team regarding customer orders and stock
- Assisting with general branch requirements
- You should be reasonably confident using computers, have good attention to detail and be willing to learn our bespoke computer system and product range
Where you'll work
Unit 2, Langley Court
Langley Road, Burscough Industrial Estate
Ormskirk
L40 8JR
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SOUTHPORT EDUCATION GROUP
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
Desirable 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
- IT skills
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Financial Literacy
- Digital
Other requirements
Your own transport would be preferable, due to the location.
We work Monday to Friday on a day shift pattern.
About this employer
Lloyd & Jones Engineers Limited is an independent industrial distributor with branches across the UK. We supply a wide range of products, including cutting tools, welding equipment, power and hand tools, abrasives, fasteners, PPE, packaging, janitorial supplies, lubricants, paint and hardware. We also provide vending management solutions. As a family-owned business, we value our people and aim to create a welcoming, supportive place to work.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for permanent employment as a qualified Business Administrator with potential for further training, career development and progression. The apprenticeship is about gaining the skills, knowledge and experience, but any future employment would be subject to the needs of the business and the usual recruitment process at the time.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SOUTHPORT EDUCATION GROUP
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000056986.
Apply now
Closes in 11 days (Sunday 18 October 2026 at 11:59pm)