Job Type: Apprenticeship
Location: Gillingham, Kent
Hours: 40 hours per week Apprenticeship wage & Benefits
At Hayley Dexis we’ve built-up our reputation over the course of the last five decades with stock, service and people at the core of everything we do.
We are entering an exciting period of growth and our 1300 people, doing things the “Hayley Way” along with industry leading customer service are central to our success.
We’re excited to offer a brilliant opportunity for a Business Admin Apprentice working within a busy and supportive branch environment.
About the Role
As an Office Apprentice, you'll gain valuable hands-on experience across a range of administrative and business support activities, developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a successful career in business administration.
You will support the day-to-day operations of the branch and gain experience in areas such as:
- General administration and office support
- Customer and supplier communications
- Orders and Credit control
- Managing emails and telephone enquiries
- Supporting sales, operations and warehouse teams
- Using business systems and Microsoft Office applications
This varied role will provide a broad understanding of how different departments work together to support the business and deliver excellent service to our customers.
You'll learn how to:
- Communicate professionally with colleagues, customers and suppliers
- Organise and prioritise workloads effectively
- Use business systems and administrative processes
- Produce accurate business documents and correspondence
- Maintain confidential information and records
- Work collaboratively within a team environment
- Support business improvement and operational efficiency
Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into a permanent administrative, customer service, sales support or business support role.
About the Apprenticeship
- Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Duration: typically, 18 months
- Study and coursework completed during working hours
- Regular support from a training provider and your manager
What We're Looking For
- A genuine interest in business administration and developing a long-term career
- Enthusiastic, motivated and willing to learn
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Organisational skills and attention to detail
- Professional and positive approach
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
No previous office experience is required—just a positive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to completing the apprenticeship.
What You'll Get in Return
- Apprenticeship salary of £16,640
- From 23 days annual leave (plus public/bank holidays)
- Training and development through our own Hayley Academy
- Ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship journey
- Valuable workplace experience and career development opportunities
What to Expect from Our Recruitment Process
- Initial screening
- Microsoft Teams interview with our Early Careers team
- Face-to-face interview
- Decision outcome
We'll close this role on Sunday 9 August, but may do so earlier if we receive strong interest, so don't miss out.
A Final Note...
Not sure you tick every box? Please don't let that stop you from applying.
Need any reasonable adjustments? Just give our Talent Acquisition team a shout.
Any questions on your mind? Please reach out to us at [email protected].
