Business and Finance Administration Apprentice

The Calico Group; Burnley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A social impact organization in Burnley is seeking a Business and Finance Administration Apprentice to assist with data entry, financial record management, and support for fundraising efforts. This full-time internship offers potential for permanent employment upon successful completion. Strong digital skills and a commitment to inclusivity are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and follow safety and data protection principles.
• Ability to manage communications and financial records effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate data entry for occupancy and payments.
• Manage ordering processes and maintain financial records.
• Support the Business Development Team with fundraising.

Skills

Health & Safety awareness

Safeguarding

Digital literacy

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Education

Business Administrator Level 3

Job description

Business and Finance Administration Apprentice

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At The Calico Group, our purpose is clear: to make a real difference to people’s lives. Whether supporting individuals in recovery, helping communities thrive, or enabling employees to grow, we are committed to creating opportunities that transform lives. We embrace diversity in all its forms and take pride in employing a workforce that reflects the rich and varied communities we serve.

Safenet deliver domestic abuse and specialist support services so that women, children, men, and everyone in-between are empowered to live increasingly positive, safer and healthier lives; through fair, inclusive, culturally aware and compassionate approaches. Safenet is also part of The Calico Group, which is a group of innovative charities and businesses that work together to deliver social profit in the communities in which we work.

Inclusive Hiring at Calico: We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and can thrive. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process or would like to discuss accessibility, please let us know.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding: The Calico Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our customers, employees, and volunteers. Successful candidates will be subject to a DBS check and appropriate pre‑employment checks in line with our safeguarding policies.

Potential for full‑time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Success in this role will mean

• Ensure timely and accurate data entry, including daily occupancy and service charge payments into Oasis
• Take ownership of ordering processes and maintain the Debit Card journal, with oversight from Finance Officers
• Manage shared email inboxes, ensuring queries are followed up, delegated appropriately, and chased where necessary
• Issue and balance daily petty cash expenses, ensuring receipts are coded, scanned, and filed correctly. Finance Officers will oversee weekly reconciliation
• Chase outstanding paperwork required for Direct Debits and Standing Orders
• Raise purchase orders and match them to invoices for payment, with weekly checks by Finance officers
• Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Participate in learning opportunities, including a level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship, to develop professional understanding of SafeNets services
• Support the Business Development Team with fundraising research, event planning, and donor engagement
• Assist in preparing promotional materials and maintaining accurate records of donations and supporter interactions

Activities involved in this role

• Data entry (daily occupancy, bank payments)
• Ordering goods and maintaining financial records
• Managing email inboxes and internal communications
• Petty cash handling and reconciliation
• Chasing documentation and supporting financial compliance
• Raising and processing purchase ordersAttending meetings and taking notes
• Supporting donation management and general admin tasks
• Assisting with fundraising events and campaigns
• Contacting supporters and maintaining CRM records

Essential core skills

• Health & Safety awareness – work safely, wear PPE and keep yourself and others safe. Update knowledge if successful.
• Safeguarding – identify people at risk and report concerns appropriately.
• Digital – use technology and systems safely, follow cybersecurity and data protection principles (UK GDPR). Willingness to learn is essential.
• Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion – inclusive behaviour, embrace diversity and champion rights of marginalised groups.

• Business Administrator Level 3
• Day release training will take place at Burnley College

Monday to Friday 9 am – 5 pm

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

Industries

• Administrative and Support Services

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