Apprentice Admin Assistant (One:One Devices)

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust; Rochester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking an Apprentice Administration Assistant. This role involves supporting the IT team in managing student devices and performing general office tasks. The ideal candidate should exhibit strong organizational abilities, effective communication skills, and a commitment to fostering children's education. A supportive working environment in a newly built school, as well as numerous benefits including competitive pay, pension scheme, and training opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive Pay Scales

Pension Scheme Membership

Collaborative Support

Training Opportunities

Staff Wellbeing Focus

Fitness and Wellness Benefits

TSAT Benefits portal

Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Strong IT and organisational abilities.
• Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.
• A calm, efficient and professional approach to multi-tasking in a busy environment.
• Experience of working in a school environment (desirable but not essential).
• A team player with a genuine commitment to supporting children's education.

Responsibilities

• Support the IT team in managing student One:One devices.
• Undertake general office duties including parent communications, photocopying and scanning.

Skills

Strong IT and organisational abilities

Effective communication skills

Calm and professional approach

Team player

Job description

Are you looking for an admin apprenticeship role in an education setting?

We are recruiting an Apprentice Administration Assistant to join our friendly team providing comprehensive administration support across the school. The successful candidate will primarily support the IT team in managing student One:One devices, however you will also undertake general office duties including parent communications, photocopying and scanning.

Our One:One Apprentice Admin Assistant will be a proactive team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the IT team in managing student One:One devices.
• Undertake general office duties including parent communications, photocopying and scanning.

Qualifications

• Strong IT and organisational abilities.
• Effective communication skills both orally and in writing.
• A calm, efficient and professional approach to multi-tasking in a busy environment.
• Experience of working in a school environment (desirable but not essential).
• A team player with a genuine commitment to supporting children's education.

About Us

The Maritime Academy is proud to be part of the TSAT family. We embrace a cognitive approach to education and our ethos values are aligned with that of the wider Trust family and our commitment to transform life chances is evident in everything that we do. This is an exciting time to join our organisation as we expand our network of schools, building upon our established ethos and values.

Maritime Academy, a brand-new secondary school serving the community of Medway, opened in September 2022 and moved to its brand new premises in September 2024.

“The school is a welcoming and inclusive environment, where ‘excellence is a habit’. It exudes a strong sense of community.” Ofsted 2025

What we can offer you

• Environment: A newly built school with a stunning teaching environment and state of the art technology.
• Competitive Pay Scales: Our TSAT pay scales exceed national levels.
• Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust.
• Training: Expand your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust‑funded apprenticeships and training courses.
• Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.
• TSTARS Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.
• Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.
• Fitness and Wellness: Enjoy reduced membership fees for our fully‑equipped fitness suite and classes, conveniently located at New Horizons Children’s Academy, Rochester Grammar School, and Maritime Academy.
• TSAT Benefits portal: a one‑stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including employee discounts, dental cover, Cycle to Work Scheme and Discounted Gym Membership.
• Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

Next Steps

If you are interested in working in our school, benefitting from a supportive network of staff across our Trust we would encourage you to apply.

We strongly encourage any applicants who may be interested in working at our school to contact Kerry Masters, Office Manager, during school hours. Kerry can be contacted via email [e-mail] to arrange an informal conversation.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates; if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [e-mail].