Summary
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and build a career in a supportive and dynamic environment? At Access North, we’re a well-established, family-run business that specialises in safety and accessing hard-to-reach places—and we’re looking for a passionate Business Administration Apprentice to join our team!
Wage
£13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday. 1 hour lunch. Shifts to be confirmed.
35 hours a week
Start date
Monday 5 May 2025
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
What you’ll be doing:
* Be the backbone of the team - Provide vital administrative support across different departments
* Keep things running smoothly - Assist with diary management, schedule meetings, and arrange travel plans
* Stay on top of communications - Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence efficiently
* Keep things organised - Maintain and improve digital systems and processes for seamless workflow
* Managing digital systems and processes to keep things running smoothly
* Support day-to-day operations - Handle tasks to ensure everything runs like clockwork
* Learning valuable business and operational skills in a real-world setting
* Be part of a friendly, fun, and growing team that values your development.
* Earn while you learn - gain a Level 3 qualification while getting hands-on experience.
* Work in a creative and fast-paced environment where every day is different
* Receive mentorship and support to help you build confidence and new skills
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation which is relevant to your post within the company to meet the overall business objectives.
Where you’ll work
UNIT A6
BROOKES MILL
ARMITAGE BRIDGE
HUDDERSFIELD
HD4 7NR
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED
Your training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Equal to A level
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.
Your training plan
As a Business Administrator Apprentice, you will complete the following qualifications as part of your Apprenticeship:
* Level 3 Business Administrator Standard Apprenticeship
* Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English if not already achieved
* You will also develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work within an office environment
* This apprenticeship is delivered in the workplace and 20% of your working time (minimum 6 hours weekly) will be dedicated towards training and learning new skills
* You will be allocated a tutor who will provide you with personal support and assessment at pre-arranged times
* Assessment is through a variety of methods, including observations in the workplace, witness testimonies, product evidence and professional discussions
* All evidence will be logged to your electronic portfolio
More training information
* Zoom meetings between learner and tutor
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* Math’s and English GCSE’s (grade C/4 or 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
* Customer care skills
* Team working
* Initiative
* Values punctuality
* Takes ownership
* Embraces technology
* Cool under pressure
* Eager to learn
* Proactive
* Enthusiastic
Other requirements
The office is based in Armitage Bridge, Huddersfield, ensure you can travel on a daily basis.