Administrative Apprentice

Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to support a vibrant school community by providing high quality administrative & financial services. As an Administrative Apprentice, you will play a vital role in ensuring smooth day-to-day operations, supporting senior leaders, engaging with stakeholders, & helping maintain an efficient and professional environment

Wage

£18,500 a year

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm

35 hours a week

Start date

Monday 16 June 2025

Duration

1 year

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

You will work closely with the CFO/COO, Principal, staff, governors, external agencies, parents/carers, and pupils. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities:

Deliver responsive admin and word processing services across the school
Provide welfare support to pupils, including first aid and parent communication
Arrange meetings, conferences, and school events
Manage business travel bookings and staff diaries
Take meeting minutes and distribute notes
Maintain and update administrative and data systems
Handle reception duties and manage visitor sign-in
Respond independently to correspondence
Maintain and refresh display boards
Manage financial systems (dinner money collection, invoice payments, etc.)
Ensure stock/supplies are securely stored and tracked
Oversee office equipment servicing
Support colleagues and contribute to wider school duties
Maintain confidentiality and data protection compliance
Promote and support safeguarding, equality, and health and safety policies
Participate in training and staff development activities

Ideal Candidate:

Essential:

Previous experience in admin/finance support
Good written/verbal communication and numeracy skills
Able to manage workload and meet tight deadlines
Accurate with financial data and record keeping
Skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, and IT systems
Understanding of school operations and governance
Able to build effective relationships with children and adults
Team-oriented, with awareness of school responsibilities
Willingness to undergo first aid training
Self-motivated, flexible, and professional
Committed to equality, safeguarding, and continuous improvement
Willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check
Fluent spoken English (essential under Immigration Act 2016)

Desirable:

Experience in minute-taking
Familiarity with school finance and regulations

Where you'll work

School House
Seymour Road South
Manchester
M11 4PR

Training

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

College or training organisation

PROFESSIONAL APPRENTICESHIPS LTD

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

During this advanced apprenticeship, you will learn a vast range of knowledge, skills and behaviours, covering topics such as project management, systems & processes, business structures and so much more
You will undertake the ground-breaking Professional Apprenticeships Business Administrator Level 3 qualification
Professional Apprenticeships hold the title of Bristol and Bath Apprenticeship Training Provider of the Year for 2021
They also boast the highest Ofsted rating, which only a select few training providers in the region have
The programme is designed to mould you into a high-level, all-rounded business professional
You will learn in detail about business communication, organisation, managing change, problem solving & much more
These modules are designed to jump-start your career and make you stand out in an increasingly competitive field, boosting your future earning potential

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

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

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
Creative
Initiative
Non judgemental

About this company

Based in the heart of East Manchester, we are an ambitious and inclusive Multi Academy Trust. Just like the city we are proud to call home, we do things differently and we are looking for innovators and change-makers to join us on our mission as we look to grow our family.

Company benefits

Term-time only work with a structured schedule Supportive and inclusive team environment A role that directly contributes to improving educational services Commitment to safeguarding and equal opportunities

After this apprenticeship

Opportunities for training and professional development

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