Summary
We’re looking for a motivated and organised Administration Apprentice to support the day-to-day operations of our office. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to start a career in business administration while learning on the job and working towards a recognised qualification.
Wage
£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00 with an hour for lunch.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Friday 1 August 2025
Duration
1 year 6 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’ll gain experience in a wide range of office tasks, from document handling to supporting purchasing and customer service, in a friendly and fast-paced technical environment.
Your duties will include:
* Answer phones and directing technical enquiries
* Managing incoming and outgoing emails
* Filing and organising documentation
* Raising and processing purchase order / sales orders
* Liaising with suppliers for pricing and lead times
* Tracking orders and updating status
* Assisting with the management technical documentation
* Supporting quality audits ISO9001
Where you'll work
UNIT 5
BROOKLANDS BUSINESS PARK
FARNINGHAM ROAD
CROWBOROUGH
TN6 2JD
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Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
IPS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
Your training course
Business administrator (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
Your training plan
* For this Apprenticeship Standard, learners will have the opportunity to give focus on the knowledge, skills and behaviours of the standard that will allow for good business acumen, decision making and the understanding of tools and techniques in relation to time and project management. The completion of this Apprenticeship Standard will require monthly training visits from a qualified IPS Trainer to help support the Apprentice
* This will allow them to develop skills and progress the building of the Apprentice portfolio to prepare the learner for End Point Assessment
* Delivery is primarily carried out through remote visits, but the trainer will visit the learner’s workplace quarterly and at the start of training to allow for a good working relationship between all parties for smooth delivery of the Standard
* Upon successful completion, the learner will achieve the Level 3 Business Administrator Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths and English (grade 4/C and above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Team working
* Reliable
* Punctual
* Willing to learn
* Adaptability
* confidentiality
Other requirements
Enrolment onto your apprenticeship programme is subject to prior attainment checks, and your Personal Learning Record will be reviewed upon successful appointment. We are also obligated to follow the guidelines around eligibility, set out by the government apprenticeship funding rules. NB: Please include minimum qualifications (GCSE Maths and English grades) in your apprenticeship application. Tailor your application to the vacancy, dedicating 1-2 paragraphs for each question to demonstrate interest in the role and the company. **If you are unsuccessful, you will be automatically added to our Talentpool list where future vacancies will be sent to you. If you would like to opt out of this mailing list please select unsubscribe in the email.**
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