Business Administrator Apprentice in Trafford

Pay:

£320 to £320 per hour

Contract Type:

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

Yes

Closing Date:

09/10/2026

About this job

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.

The successful candidate will work closely with managers and staff to ensure records, communications, and compliance documentation are maintained efficiently and accurately.

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 NVQ Qualifications
• Attendance Bonus Scheme
• Employee of the Month Awards - 28 Days Annual Leave
• Friendly and Supportive Working Environment

If you are an organised and detail-focused administrator with strong numerical and Excel skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Fairfield Residential Homes and help support services that make a positive difference to people's lives every day

Working Week

Monday to Friday- 9am till 5pm

Qualifications Required

Grade 4 and above in English & Maths

Essential Personal Qualities

• 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) 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.

Training Included

• Business Administrator L3 Apprenticeship Standard Functional skills in Maths and English if required This will be delivered by your dedicated training provider, Realise.

Future Prospects

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

Apprenticeship Duration 15 Months

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