Apprentice Funding & Projects Administrator (fixed term)

Cambridge Regional College; Huntingdon, Cambridge; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading further education institution in the UK is seeking a motivated Apprentice Funding & Projects Administrator. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in project administration and employer engagement at their Cambridge and Huntingdon campuses. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills and a proactive approach. You'll collaborate on managing funding documentation and supporting project initiatives in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

27 days annual holiday

Generous pension scheme

Free gym membership option

Discounted rates on college courses

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented individual required.
• Interest in education and employer partnerships is a must.
• Experience in customer service or administration is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage apprenticeship funding documentation as per regulations.
• Support project contracts to meet delivery targets.
• Assist with marketing, recruitment, and funding initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Cambridge Regional College is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to kickstart their career as an Apprentice Funding & Projects Administrator within our dynamic Employer Engagement Team.

This role is perfect for someone eager to gain hands-on experience in project administration, funding compliance, and employer engagement—while working across both our Cambridge and Huntingdon campuses.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a key member of the team, you'll collaborate on a range of impactful activities, including:

• Managing apprenticeship funding documentation in line with Department for Education (DfE) regulations and college procedures
• Supporting project contracts to ensure successful delivery of targets
• Assisting with marketing, recruitment, and funding initiatives to promote our employer engagement services
• Providing administrative support to the Director of Employer Engagement

What We're Looking For:

• A proactive and detail-oriented individual

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• A genuine interest in education, apprenticeships, and employer partnerships

This is more than just an apprenticeship—it's a chance to grow, contribute, and build a meaningful career foundation in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Why CRC?

Cambridge Regional College is a large and inspirational centre of learning with Campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. We have outstanding teaching and leisure facilities and a reputation for excellence in a number of fields. Our campus facilities are among the best in the country, and you'll find a modern teaching environment with lots of energy and interaction. CRC is a college to be proud of and to be in.

In addition, we value our staff as we understand they make the difference in transforming lives; our investment in our staff has been formally recognised in being accredited with Investors in People Gold status.

Just some of the rewards you can benefit from joining our staff include:

• Supportive and friendly team. We'll also set you up with a Buddy as well as a Line Manager
• 27 days annual holiday leave entitlement, plus bank holidays (to be pro rata for part time)
• Generous pension scheme
• On site restaurants, retail and coffee outlets (Costa Coffee at Cambridge Campus and Starbucks at Huntingdon Campus)
• Free on-site car parking
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Discounted rates on Apple products
• Free gym membership option and discounted classes
• Discounted rates on college courses
• Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores with Rewards@CRC
• Free independent telephone counselling service with our Employee Assistant Programme
• Staff Development opportunities

Safeguarding statement

Cambridge Regional College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled rather than the advertised closing date. Interviews will take place throughout this period; therefore, we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.