Apprentice Administrative Assistant

NAKED SOLAR LTD

Cornwall (TR8 4DS)

Closes in 10 days (Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 20 October 2026

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Summary

Join Naked Solar as an Apprentice Administrative Assistant and begin your career within the growing renewable energy industry. 

• Wage:

  £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

  Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, with the specific working pattern to be confirmed with the successful applicant.

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Sunday 1 November 2026

• Duration:

  1 year 2 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

You will support the company’s design team by preparing and monitoring grid connection applications, maintaining accurate project records and helping information move smoothly between customers, designers and internal teams.

No previous experience within the solar industry is required, as full training will be provided. You will be employed by Naked Solar from your first day while completing a nationally recognised Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship.

The apprentice’s responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and submitting G99 pre-applications and G98 notifications using the relevant online portals.
• Gathering information from customers and the design team, including supply details, photographs, system specifications and technical documentation.
• Tracking applications from submission through to approval.
• Following up outstanding applications and maintaining accurate records of correspondence and progress.
• Responding to requests for further information and involving the design team when technical support is required.
• Communicating application outcomes to the design, sales and scheduling teams.
• Keeping project records and the company CRM system up to date.
• Preparing and organising design documents, datasheets and customer packs.
• Coordinating information between customers and different internal departments.
• Supporting the completion of compliance paperwork, including MCS documentation.
• Responding to customer and internal enquiries by telephone and email.
• Maintaining filing systems, trackers and digital records.
• Identifying opportunities to improve administrative processes.
• Providing wider administrative support when required.

Where you'll work

7 West Road Newquay
Cornwall
TR8 4DS

Training

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

Training provider

THE EDUCATIONWISE ACADEMY LTD

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

The apprentice will complete the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship with Educationwise.

Training will include:

• Online teaching and learning.
• Regular support from an Educationwise tutor.
• Workplace training and guidance from Naked Solar.
• Protected time during paid working hours to complete apprenticeship learning and development.
• Practical workplace activities that allow the apprentice to develop and evidence the required knowledge, skills and behaviours.
• Preparation for the apprenticeship’s end-point assessment.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade A*-C/4-9)
• Maths (grade A*-C/4-9)

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
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience

Other requirements

The successful applicant must:

• Be comfortable working within a busy, open-plan office.
• Be confident using computers and learning new software and online portals.
• Be able to manage several applications at different stages.
• Have strong attention to detail when entering and checking information.
• Communicate professionally by telephone and email.
• Be proactive and willing to follow tasks through to completion.
• Be eligible to undertake an apprenticeship.

About this employer

Naked Solar Ltd is an innovative, B Corp Certified renewable energy company that designs and installs solar panel and battery-storage systems for homes and businesses across the South West.

Established in 2010, the company is committed to making renewable energy accessible while delivering honest guidance and high-quality service to its customers.

Naked Solar offers a collaborative working environment focused on innovation, sustainability, professional development and making a positive environmental impact. The company supports employees through structured development, regular feedback and access to internal and external training opportunities.

https://nakedsolar.co.uk/about/training/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Company pension.
• Private medical insurance.
• Health and wellbeing programme.
• Gym membership.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Company events.
• Training and development opportunities.
• The option to increase annual leave, subject to the employer’s scheme.
• Flexible working hours where possible.
• Team days and company reward activities.
• Volunteering days.

After this apprenticeship

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

Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will have gained a nationally recognised Level 3 Business Administrator qualification and practical experience within the renewable energy industry.

There may be opportunities to continue developing within administration, project coordination, design support, customer service or wider business operations at Naked Solar. Any permanent position or progression opportunity will depend on the apprentice’s performance and the organisation’s requirements at the time.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THE EDUCATIONWISE ACADEMY LTD

Jacob

training@nakedsolar.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059956.

Apply now

Closes in 10 days (Saturday 31 October 2026 at 11:59pm)