Business Adminstration Apprentice
Grandma Wild's
STEETON (BD20 6RB)
Closes in 18 days (Friday 27 November 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 9 November 2026
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Summary
This is a varied position, assisting in all departments, gaining experience in all areas of the business. You don’t need experience, just the right attitude to work, with accuracy and organisation and a willingness to learn. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in administration and gain valuable hands-on experience.
- Wage
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£15,600 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 to Friday, 8.30am until 5.00pm.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Wednesday 2 December 2026
- Duration
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1 year 3 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
- Updating internal systems and keeping accurate records
- Processing documents and keeping the information organised
- Communicating confidently and professionally with various stakeholders by telephone, email and face-to-face
- Processing orders from both our customers and the retail side of our business
- Assisting with day-to-day office duties and providing general administrative support
- Maintaining confidentiality
Where you'll work
THE BAKERY
MILLENIUM BUSINESS PARK
STATION ROAD
STEETON
BD20 6RB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CRAVEN COLLEGE
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
The apprentice is expected to attend Craven College 1 day per fortnight (Wednesdays) and attend work the other 4 days (5 on the week they are not in college).
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
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
About this employer
Established in 1899, J Wild (Confectioners) Ltd is a well-loved family business with a longstanding reputation for producing exceptional biscuits and confectionery. Combining traditional values with a forward-thinking approach, we continue to grow, whilst maintaining the supportive, close-knit culture that has been at the heart of our success for over 125 years.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Permanent employment with career progression.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CRAVEN COLLEGE
Holly McFadyen
hmcfadyen@craven-college.ac.uk
07584212921
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000063209.
Apply now
Closes in 18 days (Friday 27 November 2026 at 11:59pm)