Level 3 Business Administration Apprentice

THE APEX ACADEMIES LTD

East Hartford (NE23 3AR)

Closes in 2 days (Sunday 12 July 2026)

Posted on 25 June 2026

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Summary

“Culture eats strategy for breakfast” - “in the pursuit of perfection, we will achieve excellence” This philosophy drives everything we do at The Apex Academy. We believe that by creating the right culture of care, kindness, and high expectations, we create an environment where every young person can flourish and achieve their potential.

• Wage:

  £16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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  40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday - Friday, working hours TBC

  40 hours a week

• Start date:

  Monday 20 July 2026

• Duration:

  1 year

• Positions available:

  2

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

At our school, we are committed to providing every pupil with a high-quality, personalised education, that fosters their growth and success. By drawing on the latest research and best practices, we create an environment of care and support where every pupil, regardless of ability, can build confidence, overcome challenges, and develop a passion for learning.

We aim to empower every pupil, regardless of their ability, with an education that nurtures their potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive and contribute to their community.

Purpose:

To challenge educational and social disadvantage by working with the proprietor to lead a healthy school in order to achieve the highest possible standards and prepare all our pupils to lead successful lives.

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

• Live the mission and values every day
• Be a highly visible, consistent and supportive presence in and around the school; serve and support the staff and pupils
• Promote an aspirational culture which motivates everyone to work collaboratively, share knowledge and deliver exceptional outcomes
• Sustain the vision, mission and values of the school and support the establishment of policies through which they will be achieved; manage staff and resources to that end; and monitor progress towards their achievement
• Uphold the principles of transparency, integrity, and probity
• Promote the school in a positive light in person and through all appropriate forms of media (do not use images of pupils or staff without school permission)
• Implement and model strategies that secure high standards of teaching, pupil behaviour and attendance
• Monitor, evaluate and review practice and promote improvement strategies
• Hold self and others to account with integrity and honesty
• Successfully manage own workload and that of others
• Treat team members with equity and respect and be proactive in supporting all team members regardless of their need

Where you'll work

Old Hartford School, Scott Street
East Hartford
NE23 3AR

Training

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

Training provider

SKILLS NORTH EAST 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

• Business Administrator Level 3
• Weekly theory sessions online with a Skills North East tutor
• Practical sessions every four weeks with a Skills North East tutor

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

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

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

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Presentation skills
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Other requirements

An enhanced DBS check will be required 2 references available upon request Able to commute on a daily basis.

About this employer

Our Mission “how we will do it” At our school, we are committed to providing every pupil with a high-quality, personalised education, that fosters their growth and success. By drawing on the latest research and best practices, we create an environment of care and support where every pupil, regardless of ability, can build confidence, overcome challenges, and develop a passion for learning.

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Growth within the company after completing the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SKILLS NORTH EAST LIMITED

Kirstie McDonagh

kirstie@sne.org.uk

0191 250 4590

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039248.

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Closes in 2 days (Sunday 12 July 2026)

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