Business Administrator Apprentice (Streamline Accountants)

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Catterick Garrison; On-site; GBP 16,000; Full time

Job description

Summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills in a professional office environment while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

Wage £15,704 a year
Training course Business administrator (level 3)
Hours Monday- Friday 9am- 5pm
40 hours a week
Possible start date Thursday 1 May
Duration 1 year 9 months
Positions available 1

Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you'll do at work
You will gain hands-on experience in business administration, supporting the team with day-to-day operations and client interactions. Your duties include, but are not restricted to:

• Assisting with administrative tasks such as document management, filing, and data entry
• Managing incoming and outgoing correspondence via email and phone
• Supporting the team with client onboarding and maintaining client records
• Assisting with scheduling meetings and diary management
• Helping to maintain office systems and ensuring smooth workflow
• Learning to use our software tools, including Xero and Microsoft Office
• Supporting the finance and bookkeeping team with routine tasks
• Providing excellent customer service to clients and suppliers
• Recording minutes during team meetings and board meetings
• General administration duties

Exposure will be given to:

• Incorporating a company
• HMRC and Companies House
• Onboarding new clients
• Filing and scanning
• Dropbox
• Xero
• Team and Board Meetings

The role will also involve using Microsoft Word, Excel and a shared mailbox.

Where you'll work
Colburn Business Park
Catterick Garrison
DL9 4QN

Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

Your training course
Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level
Course contents

• 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.
• Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and presents solutions to management.
• Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way.
• Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation.
• Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms.
• Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work.
• Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines.
• Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report.

Your training plan
You will be completing the Level 3 Business Administrator Advanced Apprenticeship Standard with Darlington Borough Council Learning & Skills, Darlington.

The Business Administration Apprenticeship is designed to equip participants with the fundamentals required to work in any business environment. The programme can be delivered using a blend of on-line, anytime learning and expert-led classroom training covering core topics.

Throughout this Apprenticeship, participants will be supported by tutors who have worked in a business environment and have gained many years of experience.

Requirements
Essential qualifications

• GCSE in English (grade 4+/ C+)
• GCSE in Maths (grade 4+/ C+)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Strong communication skills
• Manage time effectively
• Prioritise tasks

Other requirements
You may be required to attend our training centre in Darlington (DL1 5AJ) and you will need to make your own way there for day release training. Travel to and from the employer, based at Colburn Business Park, Catterick Garrison (DL9 4QN)

About this company
Streamline Accountants Limited is a professional and friendly accountancy firm providing business management services to our client base. We support businesses with accounting, tax, and financial management solutions, helping them streamline their operations for efficiency and success.

After this apprenticeship

Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to:

• Level 3 Team Leader Apprenticeship
• Full time employment
• Opportunities for career progression

Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
L&S Darlington
L&[e-mail]
01325404601

Apply now
Closes on Friday 18 April 2025