Business Administration Apprentice

Office Administrator (Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week).

Reporting to: Compliance and ILR Manager.

Location: Hybrid – 2 day per week in our Sittingbourne office (must include a Tuesdays), 3 days working from home. Occasional extra office days may be required with notice.

We’re looking for an organised and proactive Office Administrator to support the smooth running of ABM’s apprenticeship programmes. This varied role will see you working across compliance, HR, onboarding, and learner support, helping us continue to grow and deliver high-quality training.

Key Responsibilities:

Supporting onboarding, compliance, employer engagement and curriculum processes (EPA, Diplomas, Functional Skills, quality trackers, learner records). Assisting with HR administration including new starter onboarding, staff records, and communication with learners and tutors. Helping with learner recruitment via “Recruit an Apprentice,” shortlisting candidates, and liaising with employers. General office duties including phones, post, certificates, and acting as Fire Warden/First Aider (training provided). Providing flexible support during audits, inspections, and peak periods.

Training:

On the job training with the employer whilst working towards an apprenticeship standard, including Functional Skills if appropriate.

https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0070-v1-0

Regular work-based assessments/observations are carried out by ABM Training Tutor Assessor, to determine competency and meet with Awarding Body standards.

Training Outcome:

This is an initial 13-month contract, and there may be the opportunity for a permanent role once the apprentice successfully completes the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
ABM Training is an Apprenticeship provider funded through the Department for Education. We train apprentices through the Apprenticeship Levy scheme with a focus on Health and Care, Early Years, Teaching Assistant training, Customer Service, Business, Leadership and Management. Over the next five years our programme will expand to include Digital Marketing, Finance, Utilities and Insurance.

Working Hours :
37.5 Hours Per Week. Office Based Two Days of the Week (one of these days must be a Tuesday). Home Based 3 days of the week. Monday to Friday 9am-5pm with a half hour unpaid lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working