Admissions Officer - Apprenticeship

Milton Keynes College

Buckinghamshire (MK6 5LP)

Closes in 12 days (Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 6 January 2026

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Summary

Looking for a fresh start? Join our Admissions & Enrolment Team as an Admissions Officer and work toward a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship. A great chance to learn, grow, and make a difference!

Wage

£23,000 a year

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Annual Salary

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

38 hours a week

Start date

Monday 2 February 2026

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

Join Our Admissions & Enrolment Team! We’re offering an exciting opportunity to start your career in education administration while completing a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.

As part of our team, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a dynamic Further Education environment and develop the skills needed to succeed in a professional setting.

What You’ll Learn and Do:

  • Deliver excellent customer service and support prospective students from their first point of contact.
  • Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks within the Admissions team.
  • Learn to manage student applications and maintain accurate records.
  • Communicate effectively with prospective students via email, phone, and in person.
  • Help organise enrolment activities and events.
  • Collaborate with colleagues across departments to ensure a smooth student journey.
  • Gain experience using student information systems and other digital tools.

This role is perfect for someone enthusiastic, organised, and eager to learn. You’ll play a key part in helping students choose the right course for their future while building your own career in a supportive environment.

Where you'll work

Chaffron Way Campus
Leadenhall
Milton Keynes
Buckinghamshire
MK6 5LP

Training

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

Training provider

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

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

You’ll complete a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship, gaining nationally recognised qualifications while developing practical skills. Learning will be delivered through a mix of on-the-job experience and structured training sessions ensuring you build confidence and competence in a real-world setting.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

“GCSE” in:

  • “Maths” (grade 9-4)
  • “English” (grade 9-4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Willing to learn
  • IT skills
  • customer service skills
  • time management
  • team worker

About this employer

Milton Keynes College is a leading provider of Further Education, committed to transforming lives through learning. We offer a wide range of courses and apprenticeships designed to help individuals achieve their career goals. Our culture is built on innovation, inclusivity, and excellence, creating a supportive environment for both learners and staff. At MK College, we pride ourselves on strong community links and partnerships with employers, ensuring our students gain real-world skills and experience. Join us and be part of an organisation that values growth, collaboration, and making a positive impact.

After this apprenticeship

This is a pathway to develop your future career in Further Education.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

MILTON KEYNES COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000007078.

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Closes in 12 days (Tuesday 20 January 2026 at 11:59pm)