Business Administrator Apprentice

Working Week: Monday to Friday- 9am till 5pm

Company: Fairfield Residential

Positions Available: 1

Vacancy Detail

Fairfield Residential Homes provides specialist residential care, short-break services, outreach support, and education for children, young people, and adults with autism, learning disabilities, challenging behaviours, and complex needs. We are seeking a motivated and professional Business Administrator Apprentice to join our busy and supportive team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality administrative support. As well as £27,000.00 p.a.

Please note: Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle

Location: (2 Sites)

Ashley Office (WA15) – 1 day per week

Partington Office (M31 4NL) – 4 days per week

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support across the organisation.
• Answer and direct telephone calls, emails, and enquiries.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper records.
• Support staff recruitment, onboarding, and training administration.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, and meeting minutes.
• Assist with compliance and audit documentation.
• Manage filing systems and office supplies.
• Support managers with scheduling, appointments, and data management.
• Ensure confidentiality and data protection standards are always maintained

Salary: Competitive hourly rate (to be agreed)

Benefits

• Paid Training (£27,000 p.a.)
• Paid NVQ Qualifications
• Attendance Bonus Scheme
• Employee of the Month Awards
• 28 Days Annual Leave
• Career Development Opportunities
• Friendly and Supportive Working Environment

Qualifications required

• Grade 4 and above in English & Maths - essential
• Well presented
• Good Telephone manner
• Well mannered when dealing with customers
• Self motivated the ability to work without direct supervision and complete tasks set

Skills required

• - Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• - Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• - Numeracy skills with the ability to work confidently with figures and data.
• - Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• - Ability to prioritise tasks and manage a varied workload.
• - Capable of resolving problems and dealing effectively with unexpected challenges.
• - Professional, proactive, and self-motivated approach to work.
• - Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• - Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle (essential)

Future Prospects

There is the opportunity for the candidate to become permanent member of the team once a probation period is completed

Other Information

The post is over two sites , you need to be able to get to M31 4NL Partington and WA14 0QZ Ashley area

Full UK driving licence and own vehicle (essential).

Training to be Provided

Your full role and responsibilities will be set out by your employer. They will provide you with all of the on-the-job training you need to up-skill in your role, and your 20% off-the-job learning will be incorporated as part of your working day.

You will be working towards the Business Administrator Level 3 apprenticeship standard, which includes:

• Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours
• Business Administrator L3 Apprenticeship Standard
• Functional skills in Maths and English if required

This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

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