Business Administration Apprentice

ALLEYNES ACADAMY

STONE (ST15 8DT)

Closes in 15 days (Thursday 5 November 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 21 October 2026

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Summary

We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to take on this new position of Business Administration Apprentice within the Alleyne’s Academy Finance, HR and administration team, on a Level 3 Apprenticeship which has been created as a result of the school’s development.

Wage

£15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday. Term time only.

37 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 9 December 2026

Duration

1 year 3 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

As a Business Administrator, you will be involved in a wide variety of tasks relating to clerical, financial, human resources and administrative work. To begin with, the employee will be expected to be trained and learn the duties they will complete such as:

  • Provide routine clerical/administrative support e.g. photocopying, filing, emailing, completing routine forms, responding to routine correspondence, and reception duties.
  • Daily support for students
  • Undertake more complex word processing and other IT based tasks involving the use of Word, Excel, email and internet-based applications.
  • Undertake routine administrative procedures, e.g. preparing drinks for meetings, parent pay tasks, school comms.
  • Use of spreadsheets including data entry in established documents and creation of spreadsheets to support ad hoc tasks. Maintenance of office stock and supplies.

Where you'll work

ALLEYNES ACADEMY
OULTON ROAD
STONE
ST15 8DT

Training

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

Training provider

NEWCASTLE AND STAFFORD COLLEGES GROUP

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

One day study per week.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade Grade 4/C or above)
  • Maths (grade Grade 4/C or above)

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
  • Administrative skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

  • Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  • Some form of work experience in an office is desirable but not essential
  • A full UK driving licence is desirable but not essential

About this employer

Alleyne’s Academy is a thriving 13-18 high school in the town of Stone. 

https://www.alleynesacademy.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • CPD opportunities.
  • Staff car parking available.

After this apprenticeship

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

  • This is a temporary position, however, there may be opportunities for progression within the School at the end of the apprenticeship programme.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NEWCASTLE AND STAFFORD COLLEGES GROUP

The Apprenticeship Hub

apprenticeships@nscg.ac.uk

01782 254287

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060359.

Apply now

Closes in 15 days (Thursday 5 November 2026 at 11:59pm)