Business Administration & Accounts Apprentice
ATHERTON MATERIALS HANDLING LTD
RETFORD (DN22 8LW)
Closes on Friday 11 December 2026
Posted on 9 November 2026
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Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic, organised Business Administration & Accounts Apprentice to join our team. It's a great opportunity to start your career and gain hands-on experience in administration, accounts, purchasing and stock control. You will receive training and support as your skills, confidence and responsibilities grow.
- Wage
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£15,392 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, 9.00am - 5.00pm
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 18 January 2027
- 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
- Assisting with the day-to-day running of reception
- Answering and directing telephone calls
- Welcoming visitors and dealing with general enquiries
- Filing, record keeping and maintaining company documentation
- Providing general administrative support across the business
- Learning to use Sage 50 Accounts
- Assisting with basic bookkeeping and accounts administration
- Raising and processing sales invoices
- Processing purchase invoices and receipts
- Creating and sending Purchase Orders (POs)
- Maintaining accurate financial records
- Developing an understanding of how the company’s accounts processes work
- Assisting with the recording and monitoring of stock
- Updating stock records and systems
- Checking deliveries and purchase receipts against orders
- Helping to identify and investigate stock discrepancies
- Developing an understanding of purchasing and stock management
Where you'll work
ACCESS ROAD
COMMON LANE
RANSKILL
RETFORD
DN22 8LW
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE TRAINING GROUP 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
- As part of your apprenticeship, you will attend Nottinghamshire Training Group on alternate weeks, where you will receive structured training and support towards your qualification
- At least 20% of your working hours will be dedicated to training and development, combining classroom-based learning with practical experience in the workplace
- You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a successful career in Business Administration
Requirements
Essential 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
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
About this employer
Atherton Material Handling (AMH) is a well-established UK company with over 50 years of experience in designing, manufacturing and supplying high-quality material handling systems and components. The company specialises in conveyor systems, spare parts and steelwork, supporting businesses across a range of industries. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability and innovation, AMH continues to grow and invest in new technology, manufacturing facilities and its people. Through its Atherton Conveyor Spares (ACS) division, the company is expanding its manufacturing capabilities, making it an exciting and forward-thinking business to begin your career with.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
- This role is designed to grow with you
- Alongside your apprenticeship qualification, you will gain hands-on experience in different areas of the business, with the opportunity to develop your knowledge of accounts, Sage 50, purchasing, stock control and general business administration
- As your experience and confidence grow, we would expect the role to develop with increased responsibilities and opportunities for progression within the company
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NOTTINGHAMSHIRE TRAINING GROUP LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059020.
Apply now
Closes on Friday 11 December 2026