General Administrator Apprentice

St Columba’s Catholic Boys’ School

Bexleyheath (DA6 7QB)

Closes in 21 days (Monday 2 February 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 9 January 2026

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Summary

The welfare and safeguarding team at St Columba’s Catholic Boys’ School is looking for an enthusiastic and committed apprentice to support with general administration. This is a new role, and we are looking for someone who is willing to learn but also able to question the norm and strive for more efficient ways of working.

• Wage:

  £24,896 a year

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  This role includes 1 additional week, to be worked as and when directed by the line manager

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed. Term-time only plus 1 week.

  36 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 2 March 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

• Assist the Designated Safeguarding Lead with administrative duties
• Liaise with parents on student welfare and safeguarding matters
• To be the first point of call (externally) for the safeguarding team

Where you'll work

St Columbas Catholic Boys School
Halcot Avenue
Bexleyheath
DA6 7QB

Training

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

Training provider

VARSITY TRAINING 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 consist of a combination of live lectures, interactive workshops and on-demand resources and will take place at least once a month.

More training information

We have partnered with Varsity Training to deliver top-tier apprenticeship programmes. You will receive tailored support from leading educationalists who are committed to empowering individuals through experiential learning and transformative professional development.

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
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Clear, respectful communicator
• Calm under pressure
• Handles challenging situations
• Experience in using School MIS

Other requirements

• Passing an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
• Safeguarding qualification desirable

About this employer

The school is proud to be part of the St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust, whose vision is to provide schools where all children will be empowered to become agents of change and apostles of hope. The school’s ethos and vision are that every member of our school community is a unique and special creation of God.

http://www.st-columbas.co.uk (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Local Government Pensions scheme, cycle to work scheme.

After this apprenticeship

Should the apprentice pass the probation period and the apprenticeship, there is a strong likelihood that the position will be made permanent.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

VARSITY TRAINING LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000007786.

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Closes in 21 days (Monday 2 February 2026 at 11:59pm)