Business Support Apprentice

About the role

Join Mears Group as a Business Support Apprentice and gain a Level 3 Business Administration qualification while working in a commercial environment. You will be based in the Darlington office, supporting the team with a variety of administrative tasks and gaining real‑world experience across customer‑focused projects.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out administrative and office‑based tasks to support the commercial team.
• Maintain accurate paperwork and electronic records in line with data protection standards.
• Attend formal and informal meetings, training sessions and college classes.
• Organise time and resources effectively, prioritising tasks to meet workload demands.
• Support the efficient running of workloads under the guidance of a mentor.
• Comply with health, safety, environmental and data protection requirements.

Required profile

• Maintain high standards of attendance, punctuality and personal appearance.
• Show initiative, commitment and perseverance when working towards goals.
• Demonstrate professional communication with colleagues and customers.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fixed‑term apprenticeship lasting approximately 15 months.
• Hourly pay above the national minimum wage (age‑dependent rates) plus payment for college attendance.
• Opportunity to work in people’s homes, community projects and customer‑focused environments.
• Support from a line manager, mentor and college throughout the programme.
• Pathway to a long‑term career within Mears Group.