Apprentice Admin Assistant

The Methodist Church in Britain; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 7,300 - 8,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development and progression

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and

Job summary

Penbridge Junior School is offering an 18-month apprenticeship in the school office, supporting the Office Manager with day-to-day administration. The role is the first point of contact for parents, carers, visitors and staff, handling enquiries and supporting a Level 3 School Admin Apprenticeship.

The position runs 35 hours per week over 38 weeks per year. An enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK are required; visa sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Experience or ability to provide administrative support in a school environment.

Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for parents, carers, visitors and staff, filtering enquiries as appropriate.
• Provide essential administrative support to the Office Manager.
• Participate in tasks to complete the Level 3 School Admin Apprenticeship.

Skills

Administrative skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork / independence

IT skills (Microsoft 365)

Education

GCSE Maths & English

Job description

This is an 18-month apprenticeship in the school office at Penbridge Junior School, supporting the Office Manager with day-to-day administration. The work centres on being the first point of contact for parents, carers, visitors and staff, filtering their enquiries as needed. The post leads to a Level 3 School Admin Apprenticeship and runs 35 hours a week over 38 weeks a year. An enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK are required, and visa sponsorship is not available.

What the job involves

• Act as the first point of contact for parents, carers, visitors and staff, filtering enquiries as appropriate
• Provide essential administrative support to the Office Manager
• Take part in a range of administrative tasks needed to complete the Level 3 School Admin Apprenticeship

What's required

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or an equivalent qualification

Skills & knowledge

• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Clear communication and a customer focus
• High standards and attention to detail
• Working as part of a team or independently
• IT skills, including Microsoft 365

Checks & eligibility

• Full enhanced DBS check
• Eligibility to work in the UK

What's offered

• Career development and progression pathways, including apprenticeships and staff development days
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Private healthcare scheme
• Free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers
• Referral scheme, long service awards and TSTARS recognition
• TSAT benefits portal with supermarket cashback, dental insurance, Cycle to Work and discounted gym membership
• Blue Light Card discounts