Business Administration Apprentice

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, eager to learn, and interested in building a career in business administration.

The role offers the opportunity to develop practical administrative skills while working towards a recognised qualification.

Salary will be discussed further at Interview

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday – Friday 9am – 4pm, 30 hours per week, 1 hour lunch (unpaid)

Monday 09 March

Duration

1 Year 6 Months

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

The apprentice will support day-to-day operations, assist with office administration, handle communications, maintain records, and support the team as required.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and organised Business Administrator Apprentice to support the team with a range of administrative duties, helping to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the business. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop practical office and business administration skills while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Key Responsibilities

• Answering telephone calls and directing enquiries appropriately
• Sending and responding to emails in a professional manner
• Filing, scanning, and maintaining accurate records (both digital and paper-based)
• Entering and updating data accurately using Word and Excel
• Assisting with ongoing projects and day-to-day business tasks
• Supporting team members with general administrative duties as required
• Maintaining confidentiality and handling information securely

Where you’ll work

THE OLD POLICE STATION
WILLOW COURT
BEECHES GREEN
GL5 4BJ

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

South Gloucestershire and Stroud College

College attendance will be one day per week over an 8‑10 week block at some point during the apprenticeship.

More training information:

At the end of your apprenticeship, you will achieve your Business Administrator Level 3 apprenticeship plus a nationally recognised Level 3 Diploma qualification in Business Administration.

Entry Requirements

To help apprentices meet Level 2 maths and English requirements, we provide Functional Skills lessons alongside their apprenticeship for anyone who has not yet achieved Level 2 or an equivalent qualification.

During the college assessment and interview, we check current literacy and numeracy levels to confirm suitability and identify any support needs.

For apprentices aged 19 and over, these qualifications are not mandatory if they do not already hold them, but this exemption must be agreed with the employer.

Requirements

GCSE in:

• Maths and English (grade 4 (C) or above)

Skills

• Customer care skills
• Logical
• Initiative
• Non judgemental

Other requirements

Having the right attitude, work ethic, and commitment to your education as well as your employment are essential requirements to this role.

We have a welcoming office environment, complete with a friendly dog who’s part of our team.

About this company

Triple Eight Containers was founded in 1999.

As a family‑owned business, we understand the importance of personalised attention and a customer‑focused approach.

From our office in Gloucestershire, we deliver containers throughout the UK, making sure that wherever you are located, we are ready to meet your shipping container requirements with care and efficiency.

After this apprenticeship

A permanent role may be offered on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

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