Business Administration Apprentice
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Company Name: Wates - Barnsley
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Sector: Business Services
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Application Deadline Date: 13/03/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Location: Barnsley, S70 5TW
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Salary: National Minimum Wage
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Ref: VAC-17466
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Start Date: 03/08/2026
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Working Week: 40 hrs pw: 8am- 5pm
Brief Description
We're looking for motivated, and enthusiastic individuals from all backgrounds to join the Wates family!
Vacancy Detail
The Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship will give you a clear understanding of Wates Property Services and how we work together to make a difference.
As a Business Administration Apprentice, you’ll have the chance to work independently and collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
Your Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the below.
- Managing emails and phone calls in a professional and friendly manner
- Ordering materials and equipment to keep projects running smoothly
- Logging jobs, uploading documents, and keeping our systems up to date
- Responding to queries and scheduling contractors
- Raising purchase orders accurately
- Preparing clear and concise reports
- Coordinating contractor bookings
- Completing administrative tasks within agreed timelines
Qualifications Required
To be considered for this apprenticeship you will need to have achieved a Grade 4 or C and above in Maths and English
You must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship in a similar subject.
Skills Required
To thrive on this programme, you’ll bring:
- An interest in building a career in the built environment
- Enthusiasm for learning and developing new skills
- A curious mindset and willingness to ask questions
- Dependable and professional in approach
- The ability to solve problems and think logically
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Prioritising tasks to meet agreed deadline
Future Prospects
Wates offer a wide range of career progression opportunities including further qualifications on completion of the apprenticeship.
Other Information
Roles may close before the deadline if we receive a high volume of applications.
Our Commitment to inclusion:
- We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
- We're especially keen to hear from individuals who are underrepresented in the construction sector — including women, people from ethnic minority communities and people with disabilities.
- If you have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know – we’re here to support you.