Apprentice Estates Administrator

Prospere Learning Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospere Learning Trust is seeking an Apprentice Estates Administrator to support the central team in Manchester. This 18-month fixed-term role involves administrative duties, maintaining compliance, and learning to manage the Trust’s estate. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational skills, a customer-focused attitude, and be working towards Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.

Benefits

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

Generous Pension Contribution

Flexible working options

Employee Assistance Programmes

Qualifications

• Must hold GCSE Maths and English.
• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for the Trust’s Estate.
• Operate relevant ICT systems and maintain compliance records.
• Support the Assets & Compliance Officer in monitoring health and safety.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Customer service

Organisation

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Tools

Microsoft applications

Office 365

Job description

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We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Estates Administrator to join our fantastic Greenacres central team at Prospere Learning Trust.

This is a Grade 3, fixed term post for 18 months (duration of apprenticeship training) working 35 hours per week, all year round. The starting salary is £24,404 per annum.

We’re Looking For

An Apprentice Estates Administrator to support the effective management of the Trust’s Estate, providing day to day administrative support for operational activities in line with the Trust procedures by ensuring accuracy, compliance and best practice. To support the delivery of high-quality Health and Safety and Compliance across all schools ensuring they operate in line with statutory and Trust guidelines.

Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria and be evaluated as a suitable candidate for the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship during the skills assessment hold GCSE Maths and English, proficient in Microsoft applications and demonstrate effective communication skills. You will need to be highly organised with good attention to detail and good customer service skills and the ability to perform a varied role and adapt easily to change. flexible in your approach to work and be prepared to work both inside and outdoors.

Main Purpose Of The Job

As Apprentice Estates Administrator you will spend time learning both on the job and allocated study time to work towards accreditation by achieving the apprenticeship standards, completing all assignments and training. At the end of the fixed term appointment and upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there would be the opportunity to be appointed to a permanent post.

Key Responsibilities Will Include

• Supporting the central Estates team by providing administrative support for key processes.
• Operating relevant ICT systems including Every, Worknest and Office 365, maintaining and updating compliance records.
• Developing knowledge of routine Estates procedures to ensure all processes are compliant.
• Operating the central estates helpdesk, provide a point of contact for Estates queries across the Trust.
• Ensuring high quality correspondence / communication with all stakeholders including external contractors / companies.
• Supporting the Assets & Compliance Officer in monitoring compliance and health & safety arrangements.
• Supporting the administration and management of critical assets, utility management, maintenance programmes.
• Maintaining manual and computerised records and to use a range of IT systems effectively to manage records, analyse data, provide detailed reports as required.
• Supporting the Assets & Compliance Officer with the preparation of information for publications and statutory returns for governing bodies, agencies and stakeholders.
• Take appropriate responsibility and action for safeguarding, be aware of confidential issues and maintain as appropriate.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
  
  

Please ensure you review the attached job description for further information and to support you with your application. Applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements set out in those already qualified to a level above this qualification will not be considered for this level 3 apprenticeship.

Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

• High quality CPD for all roles
• Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
• Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
• Good holidays teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
• Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
• Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
• Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
• Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
• Mental Health First Aid in every school
• Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
• bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
  
  

About Prospere Learning Trust

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust:

Prospere Learning Trust is a high performing, inclusive and innovative Trust comprisinf of 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester.

We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all. We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

We Are Driven By Our Core Values

• Inclusion - we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes.
• Comprehensive education we welcome all people from our local community.
• Excellence high standards institutionally, academically and in personal development.
• Expertise great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential.
• Collaboration we believe we are stronger together.
• Reflection we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research.
  
  

At Prospere Learning Trust, we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow. We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools.

To support our staff, we come together as a collaborative learning community, with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email [e-mail]

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