Apprentice Careers Admin Assistant - REF 14894
THE ELIZABETHAN ACADEMY TRUST
Retford (DN22 7PY)
Closes on Thursday 9 April 2026
Posted on 9 January 2026
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Summary
The Elizabethan Academy Trust in Retford are recruiting for an Apprentice Careers Admin Assistant. The successful candidate will complete a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship over the duration of 18 Months.
- Wage
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£14,723 a year
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 08:00 - 16:00 (30 min lunch).
38 hours a week
- Start date
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Thursday 16 April 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 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
Working closely with our Careers advisor and Careers Lead, the Careers Assistant will:
- Work Experience: Support employer liaison, organise placement paperwork, track risk assessments, and communicate placement details to students and parents
- Mock Interview Days: Coordinate employer schedules, prepare materials, manage rooming and timetables, and provide on-the-day visitor support
- Careers Trips & Visits: Assist with booking transport/venues, preparing letters and risk assessments, and keeping accurate student registers
- Careers Events & Careers Fair: Help plan and deliver events by inviting employers, preparing resources, and supporting smooth running on the day
- General Administration: Maintain careers records and databases, update noticeboards and digital platforms, schedule careers appointments, and handle visitor enquiries
- Apprenticeship Development: Build core administrative, communication, and organisational skills through varied CEIAG tasks
Where you'll work
The Elizabethan Academy Hallcroft Road
Retford
DN22 7PY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NORTH LANCS. TRAINING GROUP CIC
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
- Functional Skills
- Work Based Learning
- Business Administration Level 3
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
- Organisation skills
- Initiative
- Willing to Learn
- Desire to Develop
- Deadline-driven
About this employer
At The Elizabethan Academy, we offer more than just an education — we provide an experience that prepares young people to meet the challenges of an ever-changing world. Our dedicated and highly qualified staff work tirelessly to inspire a love of learning while encouraging students to pursue their individual passions. Whether it’s excelling in academic subjects, developing creative talents, or participating in sports and extracurricular activities, our students are given every opportunity to grow in confidence and discover who they are.
In addition to strong academics, we place a high value on character development, promoting values such as respect, responsibility and resilience. These qualities, we believe, are just as important as academic achievements in shaping future leaders and active, compassionate citizens.
Our vibrant school culture is enriched by the diversity of our student body, where different perspectives and experiences come together to create a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere. We are proud to cultivate a sense of community where students feel safe, supported, and encouraged to strive for their best.
After this apprenticeship
Progression onto full-time employment.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NORTH LANCS. TRAINING GROUP CIC
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000007817.
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Closes on Thursday 9 April 2026
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