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Recruit And Develop Business Administration Talent

Business administration apprenticeships offer a practical way to recruit new talent or develop existing staff, building the skills your organisation needs to operate effectively and grow.

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A More Efficient Way To Support Your Business Operations

Business administration apprenticeships provide a structured way to recruit new talent or develop existing staff, strengthening the core functions that keep your organisation running smoothly.

Our programmes develop capable professionals with organisation, communication, and problem-solving skills, enabling them to contribute from day one and support your wider team.

  • Recruit individuals suited to your business
  • Upskill existing employees in their current roles
  • Build capability that supports long-term growth

Apprentices work towards recognised qualifications such as the Level 3 Business Administrator, building knowledge and confidence that supports both individual progression and business performance.

Support Available To Help You Recruit And Train

Recent government updates mean there will be more support available to help employers recruit and train apprentices, particularly when hiring younger individuals or building entry-level roles.

  • Training costs fully funded for eligible apprentices aged 16–24
  • Additional financial incentives for hiring young apprentices
  • National Insurance savings for apprentices under 25

This support makes it easier to bring new talent into your business while developing the skills you need for long-term growth.

Why Employers Recruit And Upskill With Business Administration Apprenticeships

 

Business administration apprenticeships support both your organisation and your employees, helping you build a capable team while developing individuals with the skills and confidence to perform and progress.

Employers

  • Reduce recruitment costs
    Recruit new talent or develop existing employees in a cost-effective way
  • Train to your business
    Build skills aligned to your systems, processes, and ways of working
  • Improve retention and progression
    Support long-term development and reduce staff turnover
  • Strengthen business operations
    Develop employees who support day-to-day efficiency across your organisation
  • Build a future-ready workforce
    Create structured pathways for growth across your team

Learners

  • Earn while they learn
    Gain real workplace experience while earning a wage
  • Funded training with no learner debt
    Removes financial barriers and improves access to further education
  • Support progression and retention
    Clear development routes help employees grow and stay
  • Upskill for new responsibilities
    Develop skills and confidence to take on broader roles
  • Achieve recognised qualifications
    Build knowledge that supports long-term careers
  • Receive dedicated support
    Trainer assessors and mentors help learners stay on track during their apprenticeship
How We Support Your Recruitment And Team Development

How We Support Your Recruitment And Team Development

We support you through the full process, whether you’re recruiting new talent or developing existing employees through structured training and ongoing support.

1. We recruit or support your existing team: We source and shortlist candidates or work with your current employees

2. You select the right approach: Choose the right individual or development pathway for your business

3. We train and support: We deliver structured training and ongoing support throughout the programme

Business Administration Apprenticeships That Deliver Real Progress

Our business administration apprenticeships are designed to support both your organisation and your employees, whether you’re recruiting new talent or developing existing staff.

Each programme combines practical workplace experience with structured training, including workshops and masterclasses focused on communication, organisation, and operational effectiveness. Learners also benefit from enhanced online resources, supporting different learning styles and consistent progress.

This approach helps learners build confidence, apply their skills in real business environments, and contribute effectively in their role, while creating clear pathways for progression within your organisation.

Level
2
Business Administrator

Coming August 2026

level
3
Business Administrator

Duration: 17 months

TESTIMONIALS

With your help, I've achieved my goal and earned my qualification! I’m so thankful for the time and effort you put into teaching me.

I've just completed my Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship, and throughout the course my tutor provided constant support. I always felt comfortable asking for help, no matter how small or trivial the question.

I’ve just completed my Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship with CT Skills. This experience has helped me grow personally and professionally, and I’m grateful for the support from my trainer.

Current Vacancies

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Business Administration Apprentice

Leeds, West Yorkshire, England

£8 per hour

Office Based

Business Administration Apprentice @ IC Blue

Location: Gateway House, Gate Way Dr, Leeds LS19 7XY

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are IC Blue?

IC Blue LTD is a distributor of board level electronic components. They export to over 53 countries and operate in all sectors. IC Blue is based in Leeds but has offices in Spain, Portugal, Greece and Hungary.

Their culture is one of support and growth. The flat management structure allows people at all levels to be accessible and help to deal with issues and support the business and personal development.

WHAT will I get from working with IC Blue?

  • EARN: £8 per hour, 38 hours per week
  • EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm.
  • QUALIFICATION: Business Admin Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
  • BENEFITS: Personal trainer & onsite gym, regular social events, statutory employment benefits & support with further learning.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will be joining a company that has a good track record of apprentice support into full employment. They have a very supportive environment where you can learn new skills and be exposed to all areas of the business. This means that you will develop an understanding of what each department does and how everyone works together. Your daily tasks will include:

  • Support the sales team with back up administration roles to enable revenue creation.
  • Work with established systems to ensure the correct data is collected and applied to enable sales.
  • Support salesperson with admin tasks.
  • Send updates to customers on orders.
  • Providing bank details on request.
  • Send a priced-out quote when the pricing level is agreed with salesperson.
  • Processing quotes and orders when salesperson is on business trips.
  • Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Business Admin Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about the modules. You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

  • Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
  • UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
  • Communication & attention to detail
  • IT & Admin skills

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.icblue.com/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeship-courses/business-administration/

about 12 hours ago

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