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Wessex ME is part of the Wessex Group of companies. We are looking for a Business Administration Apprentice to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-known business whilst studying for a recognised level 3 qualification. The role will be based at our Head Office in Shaftesbury, Dorset and you will be working in WME. Apprenticeship Summary Working week • Monday – Friday, 08:00am – 5.00pm each day • 1 hour each day for lunch • Total hours per week: 40 Expected duration • 1.5 – 2 years Anticipated Start date • June 2026 Apprenticeship level • Advanced Level Apprenticeship – Business Administration Level 3 Main Duties & responsibilities: • Provide administration support to the team as required • To assist in covering for other duties as and when required in other areas of the business • To carry out such duties of a similar level of responsibility as reasonably required. • To answer the department telephones and take messages when necessary for other members of staff. This list of responsibilities and duties is not exhaustive, and the Company will expect you to perform other duties relevant to the job title. Essential competencies: • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Grades 4/C in English and Math’s at GCSE • Confident with Microsoft Word and Excel. • High level of accuracy • Good problem-solving skills. • Customer Focused. • To be able to work well in a team. Desirable: • Excellent ability to organise and prioritise workload effectively to meet targets and deadlines. • Good attention to detail. • Can work well under pressure. Remuneration • £8.00 per hour • 25 days holiday • Accident and Sickness Insurance • Life Assurance • Pension contributions (where applicable) All subject to qualifying periods of employment and Conditions of Contract. Wessex ME is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that seeks to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We therefore encourage applications from all genders, races, religions, ages and sexual orientations, as well as people living with disabilities and any other groups that could bring diverse perspectives to our business.