Job Title:  Office Administrative Assistant Apprentice

Apprenticeship: Level 3 Business Admin Apprenticeship

Location: Coventry

Salary: £7.55 per hour  

Full time: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Start date: As soon as possible  

This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing UK manufacturer in a supportive and busy office environment. As a Business Administrator Apprentice, you will gain valuable, hands-on experience across administration, procurement, stock management, and customer service while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

You will play a key role in supporting the daily running of the office, including order processing, database management, supplier communication, and general administrative duties. With full on-the-job training and mentoring, this role is ideal for someone who is proactive, eager to learn, and looking to build a career in business administration.

Due to the nature of the business, you must be a minimum of 18 years old to be considered for this position

Benefits

• Dedicated mentorship and training
• Real-world responsibilities from day one
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Apprenticeship qualification
• On-site parking

Desired Skills & Qualities

• Due to the nature of the business, you must be a minimum of 18 years old to be considered for this position
• Organised with strong time management skills
• Confident telephone manner and professional communication style
• Attention to detail with the ability to work accurately
• Good IT skills, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Friendly, approachable, and a team player
• Positive, proactive, and eager to learn

Minimum:

• 5 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (including Maths and English)

Desirable:

• Customer service experience
• Previous administration experience

Responsibilities for an apprentice

• Provide administrative support to the Office Manager and wider team
• Process orders, invoices, and related paperwork accurately
• Handle phone calls and emails professionally
• Maintain internal records and databases
• Support procurement tasks including contacting suppliers, placing orders, and stock replenishment
• Carry out stock data entry and processing (goods in/out, pricing research, and record-keeping)
• Liaise with clients and suppliers to build strong working relationships
• Assist with filing, document organisation, and general office duties
• Ensure all data handling complies with company and legal standards

Apprenticeship Information

You will be enrolled on the Level 3 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 go into a permanent based role.

For more information or to apply, please contact Frankie at Next Step Apprenticeships on 01273 063769.