Business Administration Apprentice - Approach Personnel

Introduction

Kickstart your career with a hands-on Administration Assistant Apprenticeship where no two days are the same. Gain real-world experience, earn while you learn, and build the skills that open doors to endless career opportunities.

About the Employer

Approach Personnel are an established, independently owned recruitment business trading since 2007 specialising in construction. 

What You'll Do

Job Role & Duties

As an Administration Assistant Apprentice, you will support the smooth running of the office while developing a broad range of administrative, IT, and operational skills. This is a varied and hands-on role where you will gain valuable experience across different areas of the business, working alongside experienced team members in a professional environment.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing general administrative support including data entry, filing, scanning, and maintaining accurate records to ensure efficient day-to-day operations
• Handling communications by answering calls, responding to emails, and directing enquiries to the appropriate team members in a professional and timely manner
• Supporting IT and office systems by assisting with basic troubleshooting, setting up equipment, and ensuring all systems and devices are functioning correctly
• Carrying out operational and maintenance tasks such as alarm testing, routine building checks, and ensuring the workplace remains safe and compliant
• Maintaining office and storage areas by keeping them clean, organised, and fully stocked, including monitoring stationery and first aid supplies
• Assisting with scheduling and coordination including booking meetings, managing calendars, and supporting general office organisation
• Supporting the wider team with ad-hoc duties to help meet business needs and deadlines

This apprenticeship will provide you with practical, real-world experience and the opportunity to develop essential workplace skills, setting a strong foundation for a future career in administration or business support.

Training Outcome

To be confirmed with employer.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 9-4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 9-4

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 8:30am - 5.00pm, Monday to Thursday. 8:30am - 4.00pm, Friday. Lunch break 1 hour unpaid.

Expected Duration: 1 Year 9 Months

Training Provider: NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE