Resource and Planning Administrator Apprentice

Summary

Support the Planning & Timetabling Team at The Grimsby Institute with data input, compliance checks, and timetable coordination. Gain hands-on experience in curriculum planning, data validation, and resource management while working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm. Friday, 8.30am - 4.30pm.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 2 June 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Assist with curriculum planning, timetable creation, and register coordination
Input and validate data to ensure accuracy and compliance
Support English and Maths tracking across all curriculum areas
Liaise with Heads of Area, curriculum and quality teams to support planning processes
Use software tools to maintain course files and planning systems
Generate and maintain reports to support audits and performance monitoring
Help create and update process guides and procedural manuals
Identify data discrepancies and support timely resolution
Provide support during peak periods with student records and exams
Promote a learner-first ethos in all planning and administrative tasks

Where you'll work

Nun's Corner
Grimsby
DN34 5BQ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Level 3 Business Administrator Standard
A bespoke programme of technical and vocational training
Functional skills in Maths and English *if applicable

More training information

This Apprenticeship is delivered wholly in the workplace, the successful candidate will not need to attend any weekly sessions at the Grimsby Institute unless Maths or English is required as part of the Apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4/C)
Maths (grade 4/C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience

Other requirements

rior to applying please ensure you are able to get to and from this workplace within the operating hours Please be aware as the first part of the process you will be asked to complete a Learner Form and online assessments in English and Maths. You will receive one to one Information, Advice and Guidance with one of the Learner Engagement Team.

About this company

The TEC Partnership is one of the largest providers of further and higher education in the country, delivering high-quality technical and professional training. Based at the Nuns Corner Campus in Grimsby, our facilities include the University Centre Grimsby, Engineering & Renewable Energy Centre, and Grimsby School of Art. We offer a wide curriculum from age 14 onwards, with a strong emphasis on apprenticeships, innovation, and employer partnerships. Recognised nationally for excellence, we are committed to supporting learner success and driving regional skills development.

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After this apprenticeship

Possible permanent contract upon successful completion of the Apprenticeship and further enhanced industry based training.
An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence.
Transferable skills that are invaluable in the wider world of work.

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