Summary This vacancy is for an Apprentice Business Administrator based in Fulwood. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience dealing with internal and external customers whilst gaining on the job qualifications. Wage £14,560 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab) Training course Business administrator (level 3) Hours Monday to Friday between 8am to 4pm. 35 hours a week Start date Monday 4 May 2026 Duration 1 year 7 months Positions available 2 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 The general administration duties within this role may include: Receiving and managing phone calls with professionalism and efficiency Handling incoming and outgoing emails promptly and courteously Organising and maintaining files to ensure smooth operations Photocopying in a timely manner Efficiently inputting data to support organisational needs Basic administrative duties Assist the Rota Coordinator for the effective coordination Booking and management of locum pharmacists Liaising with external companies and locums Any other general admin duties and ad-hoc duties as defined by management Where you'll work Unit 7 Cable Court Pittman Way Fulwood PR2 9YW Training Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills. Training provider TRAINING 2000 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 This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship. Requirements Essential qualifications GCSE in: Any (grade Grade 4/C or above) Any (grade Grade 4/C or above) English (grade Grade 4/C or above) Maths (grade Grade 4/C or above) 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 Team working Initiative Other requirements Please do not contact the company directly. Please note - we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply as soon as possible if you wish to be considered for this role. About this employer Preferred Locums is a trusted preferred supplier to leading blue-chip companies such as Rowlands Pharmacy, Lloyds Pharmacy, and Well Pharmacy Preferred Locums take pride in their specialisation in locum cover. At Preferred Locums, they supply Pharmacists, Dispensers, Technicians, and ACTs to large multiples and independent pharmacies across the UK. With over 15 years of experience in the locum industry, their mission is simple to deliver reliable, high-quality locum cover 365 days a year, build strong, lasting relationships with both, clients and locums, ensuring a personal and professional service every time. After this apprenticeship The opportunities in the world of business are endless. Many apprentices start in business administration, customer service or accountancy, which are great stepping stones into lots of exciting careers. You can go on to specialise in a particular field and into management. You will find people who started in administration working in all professional areas and at all levels. If you are good at IT and enjoy working with others, then a Business Apprenticeship could give your career a great start. Ask a question The contact for this apprenticeship is: TRAINING 2000 LIMITED Morgan Horne morgan.horne@t2000.co.uk 01254 54659 The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000020928.