Schools Administration Apprentice, Level 3 – Unity MAT

Heart of England Training LTD; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A special needs school in the UK is offering an apprenticeship in Business Administration. You will provide administrative support while receiving comprehensive training in a nurturing environment. Responsibilities include managing reception duties, document production, and organizing school events. Candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4, with skills in communication and IT. Upon completion, a permanent position may be offered, fostering professional growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors and managing reception duties.
• Producing a variety of documents using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Handling standard enquiries by telephone or in person from pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community.
• Maintaining stationery stock level.
• Assisting with the creation of the school newsletter.
• Sending out communications.
• Scheduling and organising appointments and meetings.
• Supporting the preparation and coordination of school events.
• Managing and updating school records and databases.
• Assisting with filing and other administrative tasks.
• Supporting the implementation of school policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with staff to ensure a smooth daily operation of the school office.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Presentation skills

Number skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Team working

Creative

Initiative

Non judgemental

Patience

Physical fitness

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4)

Job description

Business Administration, Level 3

Summary:

Start your admin career in a friendly and supportive school known for developing apprentices. You'll offer confidential and efficient administrative support within our school office, ensuring a courteous reception service. This is an ideal opportunity to grow your skills in a nurturing environment dedicated to your professional development.

What you’ll do at work:

You will receive comprehensive training from our admin team and your apprenticeship provider. Additionally, you will be given dedicated study time and support to help you successfully complete your apprenticeship. Your daily tasks will include:

• Welcoming visitors and managing reception duties
• Producing a variety of documents using software packages such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Handling standard enquiries by telephone or in person from pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community
• Maintaining stationery stock level
• Assisting with the creation of the school newsletter
• Sending out communications
• Scheduling and organising appointments and meetings
• Supporting the preparation and coordination of school events
• Managing and updating school records and databases
• Assisting with filing and other administrative tasks
• Supporting the implementation of school policies and procedures
• Collaborating with staff to ensure a smooth daily operation of the school office

Where you’ll work:

Blue Cap Road Stratford-Upon-Avon CV37 6TQ

Essential qualifications:

• GCSE in English (grade 4)
• GCSE in Maths (grade 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
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

A DBS check will need to be completed.

About this employer

A 3–19 special needs school in Stratford upon Avon, which is part of the Unity MAT. Unity Mat is a multi-academy trust comprising three Special needs schools in South Warwickshire.

After this apprenticeship

It is hoped a permanent position will be offered on successful completion of the apprenticeship programme however this is not guaranteed.

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