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Summary
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, eager to learn, and interested in building a career in business administration.
The role offers the opportunity to develop practical administrative skills while working towards a recognised qualification.
Annual wage
£12,480 a year
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Salary will be discussed further at Interview
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 4.00pm.
1 hour lunch (unpaid)
Shifts TBC.
30 hours a week
Possible start date
Tuesday 01 September
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
The apprentice will support day-to-day operations, assist with office administration, handle communications, maintain records, and support the team as required.
Role Overview:
We are looking for a motivated and organised Business Administrator Apprentice to support the team with a range of administrative duties, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the business.
It is very important that applicants have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and are able to communicate confidently and professionally with colleagues and customers. Candidates should also be a strong team player, with the ability to work collaboratively, support others, and contribute positively to a team environment.
This role is ideal for someone looking to develop practical office and business administration skills while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.
Key Responsibilities:
- Answering telephone calls and directing enquiries appropriately
- Sending and responding to emails in a professional manner
Filing, scanning, and maintaining accurate records (both digital and paper-based) - Entering and updating data accurately using Word and Excel
- Assisting with ongoing projects and day-to-day business tasks
- Supporting team members with general administrative duties as required
- Maintaining confidentiality and handling information securely
Skills and Attributes
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to ask questions and seek clarification when needed
- Confidence in handling enquiries and passing on messages accurately
- Strong attention to detail
- Willingness to learn and take initiative
- Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office (training provided where needed)
- Ability to work well as part of a team
Where you’ll work
THE OLD POLICE STATION
WILLOW COURT
BEECHES GREEN
GL5 4BJ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
South Gloucestershire and Stroud College
Your training course
Business administrator (level 3)
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Your training plan
College Attendance will one day per week over an 8-10 week block at some point during the apprenticeship
More training information:
- At the end of your apprenticeship, you will achieve your Business
Administrator Level 3 apprenticeship plus a nationally recognised Level 3 Diploma qualification in Business Administration - During the college assessment and interview, we check current literacy and numeracy levels to confirm suitability and identify any support needs
- For apprentices aged 19 and over, these qualifications are not mandatory if they do not already hold them, but this exemption must be agreed with the employer
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths and English (grade 4 (C) or above)
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Other requirements
- Having the right attitude, work ethic and commitment to your education as well as your employment are essential requirements to this role
- We have a welcoming office environment, complete with a friendly dog who’s part of our team
About this company
Triple Eight Containers was founded in 1999.
As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of personalised attention and a customer-focused approach.
From our office in Gloucestershire, we deliver containers throughout the UK, making sure that wherever you are located, we are ready to meet your shipping container requirements with care and efficiency.
After this apprenticeship
- A permanent role may be offered to the right candidate on successful completion of the apprenticeship