Business Development Administrator Apprentice

Cheshire College - South & West; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in Ellesmere Port seeks a Business Development Administrator Apprentice for a 1 year 6 months program. The role involves supporting applicants through recruitment and maintaining databases. Apprentices will gain hands-on experience alongside training sessions for their Business Administrator level 3 qualification. Benefits include 35 days of holiday, access to facilities, and upskilling opportunities. An ideal candidate should possess GCSEs and customer care skills.

Benefits

35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)

Access to world‑class facilities

Extensive upskilling opportunities

Onsite fitness and childcare facilities

Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants, hair and beauty salon

Qualifications

• Support applicants through the recruitment process.
• Organizing assessment and advisory meetings.
• Maintain databases of apprentices and candidates.

Responsibilities

• Deal with customers in a pleasant and effective manner.
• Provide support for a range of Business Development activities.
• Prepare documents and maintain records using Microsoft Office.

Skills

Customer care skills

Logical thinking

Initiative

Education

GCSEs

Job description

Business Development Administrator Apprentice

Cheshire College - South & West

Ellesmere Port (CH65 7BF)

Closes in 21 days (Tuesday 6 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

The successful applicant will be part of the Business Development Team, supporting applicants through the recruitment process, organising assessment and advisory meetings, and maintaining databases of apprentices and candidates. The apprentice will also support the Business Development Executives with their administration.

Wage

£14,526.20 to £23,492.04, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Benefits

• 35 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Access to world‑class facilities
• Extensive upskilling opportunities
• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities
• Onsite Costa, café, shop, restaurants, hair and beauty salon

Training course Business administrator (level 3)

Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8.30 am – 5.00 pm. Friday, 8.30 am – 4.30 pm.

37 hours a week

Starting date: Tuesday 20 January 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

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

• Deal with customers in a pleasant and effective manner.
• Work effectively within internal and external networks.
• Contribute to the effective running of the area.
• Work effectively as part of a team and contribute to the overall team.
• Provide support for a range of Business Development activities.
• Use a range of office equipment, making the best use of all available technology.
• Prepare documents and maintain records using the full range of Microsoft Office.
• Maintain manual filing systems as appropriate.
• Answer telephone/s, take accurate messages and forward in a timely manner.
• Follow all college policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for self‑development in line with the College’s strategic aims.

To carry out any other duties which may arise, which are commensurate with the post and the Conditions of Service.

Where you’ll work

Ellesmere Port Campus
Off Sutton Way
Ellesmere Port
CH65 7BF

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

• 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 presents solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and is 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 themselves 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.

The apprentice will receive training from a workplace mentor and a vocationally competent assessor towards the Business Administrator level 3 apprenticeship standard. In addition, they will complete Functional Skills level 2 in maths and English as part of the apprenticeship, unless evidence of exemption can be provided.

In addition, along with all college employees, they will undertake continuing professional development activities throughout the year, which will include mandatory training such as Health and Safety, Keeping Children Safe in Education, Safeguarding and Prevent. They will also attend the whole college Staff Development and Staff Welfare days.

Requirements

GCSEs in (list not provided).

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Customer care skills
• Logical
• Initiative

Other requirements

PLEASE NOTE: Cheshire College will be closed for the Christmas break between the dates of 19th December to 5th January. As a result, you may not receive a response to your application during this period.

About this employer

Cheshire College South & West is a dynamic, high quality and financially robust College, offering exciting opportunities for its 600 staff, 12,000 students and 1,800 Apprentices, who all have access to the contemporary environments at our modern campuses in Crewe, Ellesmere Port and Chester. The College is a key driver in the regeneration of the region, providing innovative approaches to teaching and vocational learning and an exceptional workplace. Staff will receive a range of benefits, proven by our commitment to the Investors in People standard.

Completion of this apprenticeship may lead to other more senior administrative posts or a position within the Business Development team in this college or elsewhere.

Apply now

Closes in 21 days (Tuesday 6 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Sign in with your GOV.UK One Login to apply.