L3 Business Admin Apprenticeship (CXK)

Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex, United Kingdom Department: Administration

Salary: £15,777 to £24,724 per annum. Contract type: Fixed term. Working pattern: Full-time.

Closing date: Monday 19 October, 2026. Interview date:

How to apply:

To apply for this role, please visit our Careers website at: CXK Careers - Work for a Leading South-East Charity

Who to contact if you have a query:

If you have any questions or wish to have an informal conversation before submitting your application, please contact the Recruitment Team at [email protected].

CXK empowers people to succeed in employment, education and training. The charity strives for a fairer society where everyone can grow and realise their potential. “The CXK Way” embodies the following core values:

Ethical – We work with professionalism, honesty and integrity.

Passionate – We reach out enthusiastically to all who need out support.

Innovative – We inspire, enhance and improve.

Collaborative – We engage, support and share with others.

CXK delivers the Youth Employability Service (YES) across East Sussex, commissioned by East Sussex County Council. We offer information, advice, support and guidance to young people in academic years 12 and 13 who are not in education, employment or training (NEET), helping them to explore their options, plan and then take their next steps. We also work with schools supporting young people in year 11 who are at risk of becoming NEET. Liaising with a range of other services, YES is focussed on supporting young people to achieve their potential.

The YES team support young people from across the county, seeing them at CXK bases, partner venues or in community settings. The team assess and action plan with young people referred to the service, supporting them to understand their options and take steps toward achieving their goals around education, training and /or employment. Working with a wide range of young people, the team approach is focused, creative and persistent, building on young peoples’ confidence and motivation alongside their skills and personal growth.

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Business Administration Assistant.

Are you looking to start your career in business administration while making a difference to young people's lives? We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice to join our YES East Sussex team in Eastbourne.

In this varied role, you will support the smooth running of our services through a combination of administration, customer service, data management and communications. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, assist with tracking young people's education, employment and training outcomes, maintain accurate records, and help produce regular newsletters and job bulletins.

You will also play an active role in managing our social media presence, supporting team meetings, and helping deliver an efficient and welcoming service for young people, partners and colleagues.

Alongside gaining valuable workplace experience, you will complete a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship, developing the skills and knowledge needed for a successful career in administration.

We are looking for someone who is organised, professional and eager to learn. You will have a genuine interest in administration and be keen to develop your skills within a supportive team environment.

Most importantly, you will share our values of being ethical, passionate, innovative and collaborative, and be committed to supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain professional qualifications, build valuable workplace experience and make a real impact within a team dedicated to supporting young people across East Sussex.

At CXK we are proud to be a disability confident and equal opportunities employer. We actively promote diversity within our workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

A career with CXK is deeply rewarding and offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

At CXK, we are committed to supporting our staff to grow, thrive, and develop their potential. You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values inclusion, wellbeing, and continuous learning.

Our employee benefits include:

30-33 days holiday, plus bank holidays.

Defined contribution pension scheme (matched by CXK up to 10% depending on length of service criteria).

Benenden private healthcare cover.

Flexible working.

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

Training and development programmes and opportunities.

Mental and physical healthcare initiatives and more.

Please note: Applicants will need to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references before any offer of employment is made.