Business Administration Apprentice

Riverside School

Barking (IG11 0FU)

Closes in 17 days (Thursday 29 January 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 8 January 2026

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Summary

Riverside School are currently seeking to recruit a hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join their team. The School Administrator Apprentice will be expected to give comprehensive administrative support to the admin team as well as manage their reception area. 

Wage

£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 16:00 (Term time only)

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 16 February 2026

Duration

1 year 4 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

We are seeking a motivated Business Administration Apprentice to join our friendly team. You will act as part of the Admin Team to undertake a wide range of administrative tasks, using Microsoft Word & Excel, ParentPay, Class Charts, email and other databases and also providing a comprehensive service to staff, students and governors.

Your day-to-day duties will include:

  • Keeping up to date records on all pupils including SEN info / EHC plans, contact details etc. Parentpay and Free School Meal administration
  • Trips and visits administration
  • Liaison between school / parents / external agencies
  • Dealing with general enquiries from parents, pupils, staff
  • Filing as and when necessary
  • Help with front of house reception and switch board, dealing with queries as appropriate from students, staff and external visitors
  • Meet/Greet and sign in and ID check all visitors, parents, agency staff etc.Medical room
  • Recording of confiscated mobile phones
  • Liaison with parents under the direction of the pastoral team
  • Maintenance and stock control of stationery supplies

Where you'll work

Renwick Road
Barking
IG11 0FU

Training

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

Training provider

LET ME PLAY LIMITED

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

  • Training will be delivered by LMP Education remotely
  • You will receive support from a tutor on a 121 basis

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

Other requirements

  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

About this employer

Riverside School is an exciting Secondary School that opened in 2012. Riverside School serves the growing Barking Riverside community on the banks of the Thames in superb newly-built accommodation and is already fully-subscribed.

After this apprenticeship

  • Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship
  • Level 4 School business professional qualification available

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LET ME PLAY LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000007647.

Apply now

Closes in 17 days (Thursday 29 January 2026 at 11:59pm)