Business Administrator
ST0070
What is a Business Administrator?
Business administrators possess transferable skills applicable across various sectors. They work independently or in teams, supporting administration services and developing towards management roles. Responsibilities include interacting with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to organizational efficiency, and demonstrating strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
They will:
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develop, implement, maintain and improve administrative services, using key skills and behaviours to support their own progression towards management responsibilities.
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support and engage with different parts of the business and interact with internal or external customers, with a focus on adding value and efficiency of an organisation.
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demonstrate strong communication skills (both written and verbal), adopting a proactive approach to developing skills, such as problem-solving, decision-making and the potential for people management responsibilities through mentoring or coaching others.
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Funding Band
£6000
Duration
12 – 18 Months
Level
3
Entry Requirements
Employers will have their own specific entry requirements but could include the following:
• Level 2 Award in Functional Skills English or equivalent
• Level 2 Award in Functional Skills Mathematics or equivalent
• 18 years or above or at the employer’s discretion due to the nature of the work
The End-Point Assessment Process
YOUR APPRENTICE JOURNEY
(MINIMUM DURATION 12 Months)
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On and off-the-job training to develop knowledge, skills and behaviours
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English and Maths Level 2 (if required)
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Production of a portfolio of evidence
GATEWAY (TYPICALLY 1 MONTH)
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Employer confirms the apprentice is consistently working at or above the level of the occupational standard
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Achieved English and Maths Level 2
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Production of portfolio of evidence
END-POINT ASSESSMENT (MAXIMUM 3 MONTHS)
Components:
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Knowledge Test
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Portfolio-based Interview
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Project Presentation
Grading Criteria
Fail Criteria: Apprentices who demonstrate any of the fail criteria will fail the practical test and/or professional discussion.
Pass Criteria: The apprentice must demonstrate all of the pass criteria.
Distinction Criteria: The apprentice must display all of the pass criteria and all of the distinction criteria.
Progression Routes
The administration role may be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as management or senior support roles.