Summary
We’re looking for an organised, proactive and professional individual who is looking to begin a career in administration. This is a varied role with responsibility for supporting the day-to-day running of the organisation and providing excellent administrative support to colleagues, visitors and stakeholders.
What you will do at 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
Working closely with the wider team, you’ll support a range of administrative and organisational tasks, helping to ensure the smooth running of the office.
This varied role may include:
- Managing emails, telephone enquiries and visitor communications
- Maintaining accurate records, databases and filing systems
- Supporting diary management and meeting administration
- Preparing documents, letters, reports and correspondence
- Updating spreadsheets and organisational systems
- Supporting compliance and data management processes
- Assisting with the organisation of events, activities and community initiatives
- Liaising with colleagues, volunteers, service users and external stakeholders
- Handling incoming and outgoing post
- Ordering office supplies and maintaining stock levels
- Supporting managers with general administrative tasks and projects
- Providing excellent customer service and professional communication at all times
This role is across all departments of the business and will include some accounts administration.
Training
Next Level will work closely with you throughout your apprenticeship programme.
- Fortnightly online workshops
- Dedicated 1-2-1 tutor support
- Regular progress reviews with your tutor and manager
- Functional Skills support in maths and English, if required
- Ongoing workplace coaching and development
Requirements and skills
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Organisation skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths (Level 4) – desired
- GCSE English (Level 4) – desired
About this employer
The Motor Company is a family established and run business based in Taunton, Somerset. It is predominantly a car dealership selling new and used cars, parts and repairs to vehicles and has a strong reputation in the area having been there since 1986.
After this apprenticeship
Upon completion, a Business Administration apprenticeship can open the door to a wide range of career opportunities across different sectors. Following successful completion, there is the potential to progress onto full-time employment within the company.