Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship at Beechen Cliff School, Bath MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP

As our Business Administrator Apprentice you will provide support to our Head of Careers and Assistant Headteacher, Personal Development. This is a busy and varied role which will include working on Careers, Marketing, Website and Social Media.

Sign in to apply

Closing date: 28 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,313.60

    This role is term time only and therefore the advertised salary is pro-rata based on the term-time only nature of this role.

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 8.00 am - 4.00 pm (30 minutes unpaid break) Term time only.

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    01 May 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000248171

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

Employability

  • Aid in the coordination of a range of employability events and activities.  To include, but not limited to; Work Experience, Focus Days, mock interview days, Graduate Showcase, Apprenticeship and Careers Fairs.  These tasks will include working alongside SLT and Heads of Year as well as external agencies.
  • Signposting pupils to internal and external events and activities which support independent career guidance and aspirations.
  • Coordinate Work Experience programmes for Year 10 and Lower Sixth pupils and other activities such as CV workshops. Organise and support relevant and supportive work placements for niche group pupils.
  • Support the administration process to a range of online resources and further information and activities that inspire young people, including but not limited to, employer talks, careers fairs, motivational speakers, college and university visits, careers coaches and mentors which includes upkeep of all year group Careers Google Classrooms.
  • Work with the Sixth Form team to track, monitor and record all destinations (both post-16 and post-18) .

Promotion and Media

  • Establish and manage processes using social media and website for external communications, which will include the development and implementation of a social media strategy.
  • Operational aspects to include regular posts on a variety of social media platforms as agreed with Line Manager, updating the website as directed by members of SLT and ensuring it’s compliance and that information is up to date.
  • Involvement in the production of both internal and external promotional material.

Alumni

  • Develop and maintain an Alumni database
  • Further develop and maintain the business network

Additional

  • Provide statistics and reports as necessary for SLT and external bodies as required
  • To support colleagues and carry out other responsibilities appropriate to grade as agreed with Line Manager

The training you will be getting

  • Business Administrator Level 3 qualification
  • Functional Skills in English and maths if required
  • End Point Assessment:
  • Presentation; Practical Observation; Professional Discussion
  • Fortnightly training from SS&L on Zoom

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • Possible permanent employment or further training available for the right candidate.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C / 4 or above) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C / 4 or above) Desired

Things to consider

Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check is required prior to appointment. Please consider how you will travel to the place of work, particularly if you rely on public transport.

About the employer

A high achieving state day and boarding school - for boys only in Year 7-11 and with a large, vibrant, academic mixed Sixth Form. There are over 1250 students at Beechen Cliff, of which 400 are in the Sixth Form. We have a proud tradition of both strong academic success and the provision of a wide range of extra curricular activities.

Employer

MIDSOMER NORTON SCHOOLS PARTNERSHIP

Address

Beechen Cliff School

Kipling Avenue

Bath

BA2 4RE

You must have JavaScript enabled to view a map of the location

Training

Training provider

SOMERSET SKILLS & LEARNING CIC

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Philippa Bancroft

pbancroft@sslcic.co.uk

07917923622

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Before you apply

Before you apply for an apprenticeship you must first create an account. If you already have an account you'll need to sign in.