Weatherbys is a family-run business with over 250 years at the heart of the racing industry. We're proud of our heritage, but what excites us just as much is the future — and the fresh talent that helps us shape it.
NOW RECRUITING
Print & Fulfilment Administration Apprentice
Your career starts here — and what a place to start it. We're looking for a proactive and organised Print and Fulfilment Administration Apprentice to join our Print and Fulfilment team.
SALARY
National Apprenticeship Wage
CONTRACT
Permanent, Full-Time
HOURS
Mon–Fri, 9am–5pm
LOCATION
Wellingborough
Office-based
About the Role
This is an excellent opportunity and offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the department, including print estimating and coordination, order fulfilment, customer service and general administration.
As you grow into the role, you'll develop the know-how to create print estimates, manage order workflows, undertake order process and carry out fulfilment and assist with administrative tasks, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how a modern print and fulfilment operation runs. Whilst supporting daily production activities you will gain an industry-recognised qualification at the end of the apprenticeship.
No experience needed — just a keen eye for detail, the willingness to get stuck in, and the drive to learn.
Key Responsibilities
Print Production Support
• Assist with estimating, planning, scheduling, and tracking print production jobs
• Prepare job tickets and ensure all production specifications are clear
• Communicate with the production team to monitor job progress
• Support quality control processes to ensure outputs meet customer requirements
• Liaise with designers and clients on artwork queries where required
Fulfilment & Logistics
• Undertake picking, packing, and dispatch of customer orders
• Ensure all items are correctly packed, labelled, and shipped on time
• Assist with stock control, inventory checks, and replenishment
• Work with courier systems and documentation for shipments
• Monitor order status and resolve any fulfilment issues
• Follow all health & safety procedures at all times
Administration
• Maintain accurate records of orders, production schedules, and deliveries
• Update internal systems with relevant job information
• Handle internal and external communications (email, phone)
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation as required
What We're Looking For
• Interest in print, production, logistics, or business operations
• Basic IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and work across different departments
• Basic understanding of design or print processes (advantageous)
• Eager to learn and develop new skills and a proactive approach
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and professional with a positive attitude
• Ability to follow instructions and take feedback
• Ability to work well in a team and independently
• Problem-solving mindset
Training & Development
• Structured apprenticeship programme
• On-the-job training with experienced print professionals
• Exposure to print management systems and workflow tools
• Opportunity to gain relevant qualifications
• Career progression opportunities within the business into roles such as Production Coordinator
Get paid from day one while earning a nationally recognised qualification
— no student debt, no tuition fees.
Benefits
• 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• +1 day holiday per year of service (up to 28 days)
• Employee perks & discount platform
• Life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Employer matched contributory pension scheme
• Subsidised corporate gym membership
• Annual company race days
• Regular eyesight tests
• Free on-site parking
Application Deadline: 17th July 2026 | Interviews: W/C 27th July 2027
Weatherbys upholds the principles of equality and diversity and actively promotes opportunity for all employees, both current and prospective.
