Business Administration Apprenticeship

The apprentice will receive appropriate guidance and supervision when undertaking business development activities.

Where You'll Work

• 123 Star Lane, London, E16 4PZ

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

Training Provider

• WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE

Training Course

• Business administrator (level 3)

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What You'll Learn

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. 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 present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and 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 themself 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.

Training Schedule

• The apprentice will attend Waltham Forest College, located at 707 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 4JB, as part of their apprenticeship training.
• 1 day per week at college
• On-site college-based training
• The remaining days will be spent working with FDE, gaining practical experience and developing business administration skills in the workplace.

Training will support the apprentice in building the knowledge, skills, and behaviours required to successfully complete their apprenticeship.

More Training Information

As part of the apprenticeship, you will work towards the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, combining college-based learning with practical workplace experience at ASB Security Services.

Your training will help you develop skills in:

• Using digital and IT systems to manage information and maintain records.
• Professional communication and customer service.
• Organisation, time management and prioritising tasks.
• Supporting meetings, projects and business activities.
• Collecting and managing information accurately.
• Problem-solving and improving business processes.
• Working professionally and effectively as part of a team.

You will attend Waltham Forest College one day per week, with the remaining days spent at ASB Security Services gaining hands-on experience and applying your learning in a real workplace.

This apprenticeship will provide you with a recognised qualification, valuable practical experience and transferable skills to support your future career in business administration, business development, customer service, sales, operations or office management.

Essential Qualifications

• GCSE in:
  • English (grade Level 4 - 9 or A-C)
  • Mathematics (grade Level 4 - 9 or A-C)

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

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Business Development
• Project administrator
• Project Co-ordinator
• Business Support Coordinator
• Operations Administrator

About This Employer

ASB Security Services is seeking an organised, motivated and professional Business Administrator Apprentice to support the smooth day-to-day running of our training centre. They also provide SIA Training.

https://asbsecurityservices.co.uk

After This Apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay opens in new tab.

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity to progress into a permanent Business Administrator role with ASB Security, depending on business needs and performance. The skills and experience gained during the apprenticeship could also provide a pathway into roles such as Project Administrator, Project Coordinator, Office Administrator or Business Support Coordinator.

Ask a Question

The contact for this apprenticeship is: WALTHAM FOREST COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000055022.

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Closes in 7 days (Friday 2 October