Business Administrator Apprentice

Skillsfirst Awards Ltd; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned educational charity based in Eastleigh seeks a passionate Business Administrator Apprentice. This role involves providing support across HR, Finance, Marketing, and Compliance departments through a structured rotational program. Responsibilities include building relationships with stakeholders, maintaining records, and enhancing business processes. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, along with a commitment to complete the Level 3 apprenticeship. Attractive benefits include 26 annual leave days, life assurance, and well-being initiatives.

Benefits

26 days annual leave + bank holidays

Life assurance 4* salary

Enhanced sick pay benefits

Company pension

Retail discount offers

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Free parking and refreshments

Healthcare services access

Qualifications

• Ability to work proactively whilst multi-tasking in a team environment.
• Commitment to completing a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
• Create and format business documents.
• Plan and coordinate meetings and events.
• Maintain accurate records and update business systems.
• Support day-to-day administration and planning activities.

Skills

Strong written, verbal and numerical skills

Strong organisational skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Good time management

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Maths and English – GCSE grade C/4 or higher or level 2 functional skills

Job description

If you are passionate about education and want to work in a vibrant environment with people, who believe in our mission to advance education for the public benefit, please apply and support our charitable objectives. As a diversity-sensitive employer, we are always looking out for exceptional talent to join us from a wide range of backgrounds.

We are seeking a Business Administrator Apprentice to join our team with the prospects of a full-time role on successful completion of this apprenticeship.

The Business Administrator Apprentice will provide essential support across multiple departments, including HR, Finance, Marketing, and Compliance, through a structured rotational program. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, streamlining processes, and producing clear, professional documentation to support effective decision-making and smooth business operations.

VTCT Skills (the working name of Vocational Training Charitable Trust) is a market-leading specialist vocational and technical Awarding Organisation. We offer a comprehensive range of qualifications, assessments and services in 17 sectors, including Hairdressing, Beauty, Logistics and Early Years. Working closely with employers and training providers, our ranges are backed by industry and trusted around the world. With over 3,000 training locations, we help over 120,000 learners achieve professional skills that transform their lives, every year.

Principal Responsibilities of the Role

• Build strong working relationships by liaising with stakeholders across the business to support day-to-day administration and planning activities
• Create and format business documents
• Plan, organise, and coordinate meetings and events
• Maintain accurate records and keep business systems up to date, ensuring information is organised and accessible
• Handle sensitive and confidential information in line with organisational procedures
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to different teams
• Strong written, verbal and numerical skills to support day to day responsibilities
• Ability to communicate effectively and work confidently with others
• Strong organisations skills and the ability to work methodically
• Good time management with the ability to work within deadlines
• A strong commitment to completing a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship
• Maths and English – GSCE grade C/4 or higher, or level 2 functional skills
• Ability to work proactively whilst multi-tasking and within a team environment

Benefits (Please enquire if you would like more information about these before you apply):

• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years.
• Day for your birthday
• Life assurance 4* salary
• Enhanced sick pay benefits after probation
• Company pension
• Retail discount offers
• Cycle to work scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Wellbeing initiatives and support
• A vibrant array of social opportunities
• Free parking, free tea and coffee and free fruit
• Healthcare services worth up to £1,400 and access to 24/7 GP services

Once you have applied will we get in touch after the advertising has closed let you know if you have been shortlisted for interview. If you are not contacted after this time, you should assume you were not successful this time; we cannot give feedback due to the volume of applications.

Interviews will take place between the 9th and 13th January 2025.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

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