Business Admin and Office Assistant Apprentice

Join Vaspba Remote Piloted Systems as a Level 2 Administration Assistant apprentice in our growing drone sales and repair business. Gaining hands on experience in stock administration and day to day business support. This is a varied role for someone organised, reliable and keen to develop their skills in a technology business.

What you will do

• Receive deliveries of drones, parts and accessories, check them against orders, and record any discrepancies
• Update stock records and help keep products, parts and the stockroom clearly labelled and organised
• Prepare customer orders for dispatch, including checking items, packing them securely and completing the relevant paperwork
• Support the Office Manager with routine administration, such as updating records, filing documents and responding to straightforward enquiries
• Liaise with customers of our repair and service centre, providing updates on the progress of their repairs, answering routine enquiries and passing technical questions to the relevant team member

Training

The apprentice will work towards the Level 2 Administration Assistant apprenticeship standard, developing skills in record keeping, communication, digital systems and day-to-day business administration. They will apply this training in their work at Vaspba, supported by our Office Manager, and attend college every other Tuesday during term time.

On successful completion of the training and apprenticeship assessment, they will receive a Level 2 Administration Assistant apprenticeship certificate.

After the apprenticeship

Following completion of the apprenticeship the right candidate may be offered a position as a permanent member of staff. We're a young, growing company, so the right person will have the opportunity to develop with us, take on more responsibility as their skills grow and help shape how the role develops.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English (grade 4)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths (grade 4)

Things to consider

You MUST be prepared to commit to your work and training for the duration of the apprenticeship. You will be required to attend an interview and assessment at Coastland College to ensure you meet the requirements for the apprenticeship. If a suitable candidate is found prior to the advertised closing date, it may close earlier so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

About the employer

We're a Dorset based drone company specialising in sales, repairs, training and aerial services. Our team supports customers ranging from individual drone users to businesses and public sector organisations. We are an authorised DJI reseller and Repair Centre and an ISO 9001 certified business.

We're a growing team with a practical, supportive approach. The apprentice will work closely with colleagues across the office, sales and repair centre, gaining a broad understanding of how the business operates.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Administration assistant (level 2), Business and administration
• Apprenticeship level: Intermediate (level 2)
• Training provider: COASTLAND COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year 3 Months
• Hours: 30 hours a week. Working week: Monday – Friday 9am - 3pm. Bi-weekly attendance at Coastland College (Weymouth campus) on Tuesdays during term-time.
• Start date: 20 October 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £12,480 a year