Business Administrator Apprentice
Underwood West Academy
Crewe (CW1 3LF)
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 15 October 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 1 October 2026
Contents
Summary
An exciting opportunity to work towards a Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship while gaining hands-on experience in a busy school office. Supporting attendance and administrative functions, this role is ideal for a motivated, organised individual with good IT skills and an interest in education administration.
- Wage
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£15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Working week to be confirmed.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Friday 1 January 2027
- 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
Within this role you will:
- Supporting the day-to-day running of a busy school office
- Managing pupil attendance records and ensuring information is kept accurate and up to date
- Welcoming parents, visitors and external agencies, providing a friendly and professional first impression of the school
- Answering telephone calls and responding to email enquiries
- Assisting with general administrative tasks, including filing, data entry and preparing documents
- Working alongside experienced staff and learning all aspects of school administration
- Handling confidential information responsibly and in line with school procedures
- Helping to create a positive, organised and supportive environment for pupils, staff and visitors
Where you'll work
Newcastle Street
Crewe
CW1 3LF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CHESHIRE COLLEGE - SOUTH & WEST
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
The candidate will follow a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a full Standard as a Business Administrator. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College– South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 1 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
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
- Administrative skills
- Non judgemental
- Patience
Other requirements
All successful candidates are subject to satisfactory references, medical checks, right to work in UK and safeguarding checks (including enhanced DBS and a declaration of disqualification (Childcare Disqualification regulations 2009).
About this employer
We are a member of The Aspire Multi Academy Trust and offer a mutually supportive ethos with excellent opportunities for professional development.
Underwood West Academy is a happy, nurturing school where children enjoy coming to school and taking part in the wide range of exciting and stimulating learning activities we offer.
Our text-based curriculum, centred around a love of reading, provides a broad, balanced and ambitious learning experience for every child as they progress through school. We see every child as an individual learner and pride ourselves on fully meeting their needs and allowing them to fulfill their potentials.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Successful completion of the apprenticeship will equip you with recognised qualifications and practical experience, supporting future career development within administration and education settings. Permanent employment may be available following successful completion, subject to performance and business needs.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
CHESHIRE COLLEGE - SOUTH & WEST
Becky Smythe
becky.smythe@ccsw.ac.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000056725.
Apply now
Closes in 14 days (Thursday 15 October 2026 at 11:59pm)