Apprentice Business Administrator
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Company: Burton and South Derbyshire College
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Location: Burton on Trent, DE14 3RL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £19,240.00 per year
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Sector: Business, Administration, Finance and Law
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Ref: VAC-01259
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Application Deadline Date: 10/10/2025
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Start Date: 19/11/2025
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday
Brief Description
Do you want to support a vibrant and growing department within Burton and South Derbyshire College (BSDC)? An exciting opportunity has become available to work within the Apprenticeship Team.
Qualifications Required
Level 2 Administration or Suitable Experience
Personal Qualities
• Friendly & approachable manner
• Good time management
• Team player
• Eager to learn new skills to aid personal development
• Adaptability
• Resilience and patience
• Initiative
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Professionalism
Skills Required
• Communication skills - clear and professional verbal and written communication
• IT Literacy – Confident with Microsoft office and other digital tools
• Organisational skills
• Customer service mindset
• Ability to work at pace
• Problem solving
Training to be Provided
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard (can include Level 2 elements if required)
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
This apprenticeship is delivered through a combination of Work Based Assessment and day/block release. The programme will culminate in an End Point Assessment, where all the skills and knowledge gained on the apprenticeship will be formally tested.
Future Prospects
Upon successful completion of this apprenticeship, there is a possibility of a permanent position within BSDC.
Vacancy Detail
The role within the Apprenticeship team is to support both the team and the college’s apprentices and employers by providing effective administration and coordination of processes for internal and external customers, contributing to the delivery of our growth strategy.
Day-to-day responsibilities will include:
• Engaging with employers and learners to book initial assessments and other activity relating to apprenticeships
• Assisting the team with any basic admin, including diary management, appointments and caseload management
• Arranging and co-ordinating meetings, including room bookings, distribution of documentation and minute taking
• Maintain and then accurately update the College’s systems and training platforms
• Collaborate effectively with team members and other departments where necessary including supporting team based at Toyota Manufacturing in Burnaston
Other Information
The successful applicant will be required to complete a DBS. A possibility of vacancy closing early, if suitable candidate has applied during advertisement. There are benefits to working at BSDC including 25 days annual leave excluding bank holidays and access to our gym, bistro and Innovations salon.