Business Administration Apprentice - Nottinghamshire Torch SCITT (Nova Education Trust)
NOVA EDUCATION TRUST
Nottingham (NG13 8BL)
Closes on Monday 1 June 2026
Posted on 29 April 2026
Contents
Summary
Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT seeks a motivated Business Administrator Apprentice to join its friendly team. Gain hands-on experience in admin, data, recruitment, marketing, events and communications while supporting teacher training. Ideal for someone reliable, eager to learn and interested in education.
- Wage
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£15,524.60 a year
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*Pro-rata (term time only) salary is £11,640.93.*
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 3:30pm (30-minute lunch break).
35 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year 9 months
- Positions available
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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
Purpose of the Role
The Business Administrator Apprentice will provide effective administrative and operational support to members of the Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT team. Working closely with the SCITT Operations Manager and the wider team, the role is designed to develop the apprentice’s knowledge, skills and behaviours in line with the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, while contributing to the efficient running of recruitment, onboarding, training and compliance activities across the SCITT.
Key Responsibilities:
Recruitment and Onboarding
- Support trainee recruitment administration, including interview scheduling, candidate communication and references
- Assist with interview and assessment activities
- Support trainee onboarding, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete and compliant
- Undertake safeguarding and regulatory checks in line with Trust and statutory requirements
Monitoring Trainee Progress
- Support administration and monitoring of trainee progress throughout the SCITT programme
- Maintain accurate attendance, progress review and compliance records
- Assist with tracking trainee engagement, milestones and outcomes using internal systems and DfE portals
- Support meetings and correspondence linked to trainee progress, attendance and welfare
- Escalate concerns appropriately under the direction of the SCITT Leadership Team
Business Administration and Compliance
- Assist with maintaining the Single Central Record, personnel files and archiving systems
- Support administration related to health and safety statutory obligations
- Assist with HR management systems and associated processes
- Support the accurate use and management of Department for Education portals
Communication and Customer Service
- Provide reception and front-line support, responding professionally to telephone and email enquiries
- Communicate effectively with trainees, partner schools and external agencies
- Meet and greet visitors attending training events and meetings
Marketing and Social Media
- Support marketing and promotional activity for Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT
- Assist with maintaining and updating the ‘Get Into Teaching’ website and other digital platforms
- Support the creation, scheduling and monitoring of social media content
- Assist with marketing activity for recruitment, events and open days
- Maintain records of marketing activity and engagement
Training, Events and Meetings
- Support the planning, preparation and delivery of SCITT training events
- Take accurate minutes of meetings, including leadership, governance and trainee attendance meetings
Apprenticeship Development
- Engage fully with off-the-job training and complete all required assessments
- Apply apprenticeship learning to day-to-day work
- Demonstrate professional behaviours including organisation, confidentiality, adaptability and teamwork
General Responsibilities
- Uphold safeguarding, health and safety, equality and diversity policies
- Promote the values and professional reputation of Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT and Nova Education Trust
- Work flexibly as part of the SCITT administration team
- Use Trust IT systems securely and effectively
- Participate in performance management, supervision and professional development
Where you'll work
The Banks
Bingham
Nottingham
NG13 8BL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NOTTINGHAM 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
- Business Administrator Level 3
- Functional Skills in English and maths if required
- 21 months inclusive of 3 month EPA period
- Monthly College attendance – one day per month Nottingham City Hub Campus
Please note that as this is an apprenticeship standard you will be required to sit an end point assessment.
Please click on the link below for more information regarding End Point Assessment:
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator-v1-0
Term time only.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 9-4)
- Maths (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
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
About this employer
Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT is a well-established School-Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) provider, delivering high-quality teacher education across Nottinghamshire and the wider region. The organisation is run by Nova Education Trust, a dynamic and growing Multi Academy Trust based in the East Midlands. Our Trust Group is committed to providing high quality education to all our students, regardless of their backgrounds.
TORCH SCITT works in partnership with a wide network of primary and secondary schools to provide outstanding initial teacher training programmes. The SCITT has a strong reputation for developing reflective, resilient and highly effective teachers who are well prepared for the demands of the classroom. Trainees benefit from a carefully structured programme that combines academic rigour with extensive, hands-on school-based experience.
Nova Education Trust places collaboration, professional development and inclusion at the heart of its work. The Trust is committed to supporting staff at all stages of their careers, fostering a positive culture where continuous improvement, wellbeing and high standards are prioritised. Innovation in teaching and learning is encouraged, alongside a strong focus on safeguarding, equality and diversity.
As an employer, Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT offers the opportunity to be part of a dedicated and supportive team with a shared purpose of shaping the next generation of teachers. Staff are valued for their expertise and contribution, and are supported through high-quality professional learning, clear leadership and a strong sense of teamwork.
Working for Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT means contributing to an organisation that is passionate about education, committed to excellence, and focused on making a meaningful difference for trainees, schools and communities.
https://www.teachnottinghamshire.co.uk/
https://www.novaeducationtrust.net/
After this apprenticeship
Someone applying for this Business Administrator Apprentice (Level 3) role at Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT would have strong and flexible future career prospects, particularly within education, business administration, and the wider public or third sector with possible progression to a permanent business/admin role within Nottinghamshire TORCH SCITT or Nova Education Trust following successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Opportunities for development into specialist areas, such as:
- Recruitment and onboarding
- Safeguarding and compliance
- Marketing and communications
- Data management and reporting
Opportunity to progress to:
- Higher or advanced apprenticeships (e.g. Level 4, 5 or 6 in Business, HR or Leadership)
- Professional qualifications in business administration, HR, or education management
Strong foundation for further study or careers in:
- Education administration
- School or trust operations
- Public sector or charity administration
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000028950.
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Closes on Monday 1 June 2026