Job Title: Background Screening Coordinator Apprentice

Apprenticeship: Business Administration Apprenticeship

Location: Hove, East Sussex (Office-based)

Salary: £8.00 – £10.00 per hour

Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain a nationally recognised Business Administration qualification
• Structured training and onboarding programme
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Hands-on experience within a professional compliance and administrative setting
• Opportunity to contribute ideas and improve business processes
• Potential long-term career development opportunities

Requirements

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Good time management and ability to prioritise workload
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information responsibly
• Proactive and reliable approach to work
• Team-focused attitude with willingness to learn
• Confident telephone manner when communicating with clients and candidates
• A-Level qualifications (or equivalent) desirable

Responsibilities for an apprentice

• Preparing and compiling background screening documentation and candidate packs
• Supporting screening consultants with administrative tasks and document management
• Maintaining accurate internal records and compliance documentation
• Managing multiple administrative tasks to support deadlines and service delivery
• Ensuring confidentiality and data accuracy across screening activities
• Supporting communication with candidates and clients in a professional manner
• Assisting with internal administrative processes and operational support
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the team

Apprenticeship Information

You will be enrolled on the Business Administration Apprenticeship, typically completed over 18 months. This includes:

• Regular workplace-based learning supported by your training provider and line manager
• A minimum of 6 hours per week of off-the-job training
• Development of skills, knowledge, and behaviours aligned to the apprenticeship standard
• Completion of a portfolio and end-point assessment
• Functional Skills support in English or Maths if not previously achieved at Level 2

Prospects

Once you have completed your apprenticeship, there will be the opportunity to potentially progress into a permanent role. There may also be opportunities to develop into account management, client relationship roles, or gain exposure to other areas of the business such as marketing and sales.

For more information or to apply, please contact Angela Potter at Next Step Apprenticeships on 01273 063769 (Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm).