Business Administration Apprentice
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Company: Ibara Services Ltd
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Location: Bedford, MK41 7PH
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Admin/ Office / HR
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Ref: VAC-14459
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Application Deadline Date: 28/06/2026
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Start Date: 01/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 3:30pm / 8:00 to 4:00pm (30 minute unpaid lunch break)
Brief Description
Driver Hire Bedford and Huntingdon, are seeking a motivated and organised Business Administration Apprentice to join their team. This role is ideal for someone who is customer focused, has strong attention to detail and is looking to build a strong foundation for a career in business administration.
Qualifications Required
To be considered for this role you will ideally need to have GCSE grades 9-4 (A*- C) in English and maths
If you don't meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - rstevens@bedford.ac.uk or 01234 291742
Personal Qualities
- Able to communicate confidently while remaining professional and respectful
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Reliable and committed, with a strong work ethic
- Flexible to meet the needs of the business
Skills Required
- Full UK driving licence / Learning to drive
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Natural ability to build positive relationships
- Good IT skills
- Able to plan and work to deadlines
- Good problem solving skills
Training to be Provided
- Level 3 Business Administration
- Level 2 Functional Skills English and maths
Future Prospects
On successful completion of this apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for a long term career progression with Driver Hire Bedford and Huntingdon.
Vacancy Detail
Driver Hire is one of the UK’s leading recruitment specialists in the transport and logistics sector. With over 40 years of experience, Driver Hire supports thousands of businesses nationwide by supplying both temporary and permanent staff across a wide range of driving and logistics roles. The Bedford & Huntingdon branch prides itself on delivering a genuine 24/7 service, providing clients and candidates with expert support whenever it is needed.
As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy recruitment office. You will gain valuable experience in administration, customer service, recruitment, and compliance while working closely with both candidates and clients.
Applicants should consider whether they are comfortable with early morning starts and working in a fast-paced environment. The position is heavily phone based, requiring confidence in communicating professionally and building positive relationships over the telephone. The role may also involve driving in and around the Bedford and Huntingdon area, so candidates should be comfortable travelling locally as part of their duties.
Your responsibilities will include advertising vacancies and helping to source candidates through job boards, social media, referrals, and other recruitment channels. You will assist with candidate registrations, telephone screenings, right-to-work and compliance checks, and maintain accurate records on company systems.
The role will also involve matching drivers and logistics personnel to suitable assignments, coordinating daily bookings and shift allocations, and ensuring clients' staffing requirements are met efficiently. You will build and maintain positive relationships with candidates, local businesses, and existing clients while handling enquiries in a professional and customer-focused manner.
In addition, you will support onboarding activities, compliance processes, and general office administration, helping to ensure all documentation and records remain accurate and up to date. This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to develop strong organisational, communication, and problem solving skills while gaining hands on experience within a fast-paced and rewarding recruitment environment.
Other Information
The role involves early starts and driving in and around the Bedford and Huntingdon area, so candidates should be comfortable travelling locally as part of their duties.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process. Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.