Job Description

A superb opportunity has opened for an

Apprentice Administrator

to join a small tight-knit team at Formet Fabrications Limited whilst studying to achieve a

Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship

. This role will be ideally suited to anyone early in their career who has genuine a desire to grow, learn and become a crucial part of the team.

As an apprentice administrator with Formet Fabrications Limited, the successful applicant will learn every aspect of the role and can look forward to the full support of the company to ensure they get the most benefit. In return they will be committed to learn, progress, and become integral to the smooth operation of the office.

Key Responsibilities:

Proactive by nature, the apprentice administrator can look forward to:

Responding to general enquiries via telephone and email Supporting Finance with inputting invoices, gaining authorisation for supplier payments, and updating and maintaining databases. Supporting Marketing with social media presence and ad-hoc marketing tasks Supporting Admin with ad-hoc tasks, such as updating paperwork/policies Attending team meetings to share ideas and gain an in-depth understanding of the business and its performance Always adhering to the company policies and procedures Exhibiting polite and professional communication via phone and email Ensuring personal and sensitive information is kept confidential Supporting and engaging with various parts of the organisation and interacting with internal or external customers. Attending sessions with your Tutor remotely, completing work towards your qualification within the agreed timescales
Business administrators develop a highly transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours that can be applied in all aspects of the business so it is hoped the successful applicant will look forward to a long and rewarding career with the company.

Key Skills:

Proactive Personable Team Player Reliable Attention to Detail Willing to learn Thinks on their feet Engaging Problem-solving Decision Making Common Sense Excellent communication IT Literate Good telephone manner Numeracy and written skills Takes Initiative Punctual Takes Responsibility

Working Week:

37 hours per week - Monday - Friday consisting of 8.30am-5.00pm Monday-Thursday and 8.30am-2.00pm on Friday. Work based learning will include 6 hours per week for study. Hours include breaks and lunch.

Salary:

14,526.20 per annum. This is a starting salary is age dependent and in line with the Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (see below for further details). Salary will be reviewed as apprenticeship progresses and in line with the success and commitment of the apprentice.

Qualifications Required:

GCSE Maths and English desired to apply for this apprenticeship as a minimum.

About the Employer:

Formet Fabrications uses the latest high-end machinery and the highest quality materials to provide flexible and efficient custom metalwork, fabrication and machined component services that are tailored our customers exact requirements.

Also, a provider of subcontract services for custom sheet metalwork helping Formet Fabrications helps drive down productivity costs which is backed with a commitment to shipping high quality products on time and to budget. Their aim is to help their customers compete successfully in their own markets and support customers' needs with technical expertise and professionalism. For further information please visit: https://formetfab.com/

Future Prospects:

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, it is anticipated that the apprentice will become a permanent team member, continue their progression and enjoy a lengthy career with the company.

Things to Consider before you apply:

To apply for this Apprenticeship role, you MUST BE free from full time education and available to work the hours advised. Applicants MUST BE resident in the UK for a minimum of 3 years prior to the start of learning and have work authorisation for the UK. Applicants WILL NOT BE eligible to apply if they have already achieved a qualification which is equal to or higher thank the apprenticeship standard on offer. Applicants MUST BE resident in the area local to the apprenticeship opportunity or be prepared to relocate in time to start employment and study. 18-month apprenticeship (training period) plus 3-month end point assessment Prior office experience is not necessary although prior knowledge or understanding of the nature of the office environment would be an advantage. Starting salary will be reviewed based on progression and commitment. This is a purely office-based role and attendance will be Monday-Friday each week. Study is work based although occasional attendance at Chichester College may be required. No guarantee of parking at the location although public transport for both bus and train travel are close by.

Further Information:

Apprenticeship National Minimum Wage (ANMW): The National Minimum Wage for Apprentices is 7.55 per hour (As of the 1st of April 2025). This is the legal minimum pay per hour applying to 16- to 18-year-old apprentices and those aged nineteen and over in the first year of their apprenticeship. For apprentices nineteen or over who have completed their first year and are continuing their apprenticeship, the National Minimum Wage appropriate to their ages applies.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From 14,526.20 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Ability to commute/relocate:

Littlehampton BN17 7BJ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):

What interests you about this apprenticeship? What are your future ambitions? Please confirm you have read the 'Things to Consider' section of this application Please confirm you have achieved and can provide evidence of the qualifications required.
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Location:

Littlehampton BN17 7BJ (preferred)
Work Location: In person