Business Administration Apprenticeship

Vacancy ID : 6738; Newport; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Business Administration Apprentice at the Newport site. This role involves supporting various business functions and learning essential office tasks while working towards a Level 3 qualification in Business Administration. The ideal candidate will have 5 GCSEs including English and Maths, good communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft applications. This opportunity offers valuable experience in a dynamic environment with on-the-job training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 passes at GCSE, with essential subjects being English and Mathematics.
• Enthusiastic and determined to succeed, self-motivated to meet NVQ deadlines.
• Good communication skills with a flexible approach to support multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to key functions such as Safety, Maintenance, and HR.
• Use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint to create reports and presentations.
• Assist with routine administrative tasks and general office duties.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Self-motivation

Communication skills

Team player

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in PowerPoint

Inquisitive nature

Flexibility

Education

5 GCSE passes (Grades A-C) including English and Mathematics

Tools

SAP

Job description

About the apprenticeship

The Business Administration Apprentice will learn all aspects of working in an office environment whilst studying towards your Business Administration qualification.

Duties

As an Administrative Assistant you will provide support to a number of key functions in the business e.g. Safety / Process / Maintenance / Technical / Quality / Procurement / HR Admin and Training. You will have an insight to the business of how these functions work and the services they provide within a manufacturing environment. This is an excellent career opportunity for someone who wants to progress within business in a manufacturing environment.

• Use Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint to create reports, spreadsheets and presentations
• Learn SAP for raising purchase requisitions and receiving goods
• Support differing functions with routine administrative tasks
• General admin duties i.e., record retention, photocopying, filing (paper and electronically)
• Manage office post

Additional information

Celanese are recruiting a Business Administration Apprentice to join us at Advanced Elastomer Systems (AES) Plant in Newport. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast‑paced and varied manufacturing environment where we take pride in delivering flawless performance.

A Business Administration Apprenticeship is an 18‑month scheme that will help you achieve a variety of qualifications. You will aim to achieve an NQ Level 3 Apprenticeship with a view to further progressing to a Level 4 NVQ Diploma in Business Administration. The Apprenticeship is a work‑based vocational training programme. You will be based at the manufacturing facility for five days a week and will learn on the job.

Requirements

Qualifications

Has, as a minimum, 5 passes at GCSE, Grades A‑C with English and Mathematics being essential. Be enthusiastic and determined to succeed. Self‑motivated to ensure all NVQ deadlines are met. Have an inquisitive nature. Good communication skills. Have a flexible approach to support a number of different departments. Be a team player. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Use own initiative and look for opportunities to improve work processes.

Skills

• Be enthusiastic and determined to succeed
• Self‑motivated to ensure all NVQ deadlines are met
• Have an inquisitive nature
• Good communication skills
• Have a flexible approach to support a number of different departments
• Be a team player
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Use own initiative and look for opportunities to improve work processes

Welsh language

No Welsh spoken skills required.

Training provided

Training provider: Cardiff and Vale College
Qualification: Business administration

Disability confident

Advanced Elastomer Systems (Celanese, Newport) is not disability confident.

Employer details

Advanced Elastomer Systems (Celanese, Newport)
Traston Road, Off Corporation Road
Newport, NP19 4XF