Receptionist/ Administrator apprentice
Snowfields Academy
Maidstone (ME14 5FT)
Closes in 25 days (Monday 5 January 2026)
Posted on 10 December 2025
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Summary
This position offers an actual salary of £14,122 per annum (£16,200 full time equivalent) based on 37.5 hours per week, Term Time + 1 week inset. The working hours for this role are 8:15am - 4:15pm ( Monday - Friday), with a 30 minute lunch break.
- Wage
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£14,918.80 to £24,126.96, depending on your age
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Actual salary of £14,122 per annum (£16,200 Full Time Equivalent)
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday during school Term time + 1 week inset. Shifts to be confirmed.
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 6 January 2026
- Duration
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1 year 2 months
- Positions available
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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
Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional LAT benefits.
Please be aware that this role is based at the Bearsted College
At Leigh Academy Snowfields, we believe every young person deserves the chance to succeed, no matter the challenges they face. We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Receptionist/Administrator (Apprentice) to join our team someone who cares deeply about providing exceptional support to our school community and contributing to a positive, welcoming environment for students, staff, families, and visitors.
This isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to play a vital role in the daily life of our academy, ensuring smooth communication, efficient administrative support, and a professional, friendly first point of contact for everyone who walks through our doors.
We’re seeking a motivated, organised, and resilient individual who enjoys working in a busy environment and building positive relationships. Whether you have previous administrative experience, customer-facing experience, or are just starting out in your career, what matters most is your commitment to supporting our community and embracing our vision for continuous improvement.
Why Join Leigh Academy Snowfields?
- A welcoming and supportive team who share your passion
- A school where every child is valued and celebrated
- A fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience - perfect if you're considering a career in administration or teaching!
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Where you'll work
Newnham Court Way
Weavering
Maidstone
ME14 5FT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
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.
Training schedule
Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Customer care skills
- Administrative skills
About this employer
Leigh Academy Snowfields is an Outstanding specialist school for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), offering a warm, inclusive, and aspirational environment across our Bearsted, Cranbrook and Minster Colleges. Across all sites, our dedicated team empowers every student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Our approach blends care with ambition - “Where Nurture Meets Aspiration” - and is underpinned by our core values: Be Kind, Work Hard, Communicate, Stay Safe, and Be Happy. We offer small class sizes, highly personalised support, and a broad, balanced curriculum that includes GCSEs and vocational pathways. Our specialist facilities in catering, horticulture, and land-based studies prepare students for meaningful, independent futures.
Awarded Ofsted Outstanding, Snowfields is more than a school - it’s a collaborative and inspiring community where staff are valued, supported, and developed. Whether you're new to special education or an experienced practitioner, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference.
Come and help shape the future of SEN education. To find out more about Leigh Academy Snowfields, please click here.
After this apprenticeship
- This position offers an actual salary of £14,122 per annum (£16,200 full time equivalent) based on 37.5 hours per week, Term Time + 1 week inset
- The working hours for this role are 8:15am - 4:15pm ( Monday - Friday), with a 30 minute lunch break
- If you’re ready to kickstart your career and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and start your journey with Snowfields Academy!
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LEIGH ACADEMIES TRUST
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000004710.
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Closes in 25 days (Monday 5 January 2026)
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