Apprentice – HR/Business Administration NEW The Bishop Fraser Trust Posted today Bolton £23,656[...]

Bolton Gin Company; Bolton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Multi-Academy Trust in Bolton seeks a motivated individual to kick-start their career in business administration and HR. With an emphasis on providing administrative support and developing essential skills, this role offers mentorship in a supportive environment, making a tangible impact on education.

Benefits

Opportunity to earn while you learn

Mentorship from experienced professionals

Supportive work environment

Progression opportunities within the Trust

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support across HR, Marketing and Governance functions.
• Assist in the recruitment process including posting job advertisements.
• Maintain accurate files ensuring compliance with policies.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths at grade C/4

Job description

The Bishop Fraser Trust is a family of four secondary and two primary schools across Bolton and Bury in Greater Manchester. The school’s benefit from being very close together, so we all know each other well and enjoy each other’s commonalities and differences.

What we are really looking for is someone who is keen to make a difference, is keen to develop and enjoy their work and to help us achieve our mission to provide ‘Life In All Its Fullness’ for all our communities. If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to get in touch.

Are you looking to kick-start your career in business administration/ human resources? This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, develop essential skills, and make a real difference to our schools and the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support across HR, Marketing and Governance functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and staff records management
• Assist in the preparation and processing of documentation related to HR and business operations
• Support the recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, arranging interviews, and liaising with candidates
• Help maintain accurate files and information systems, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations
• Provide general office support, including managing correspondence and maintaining office systems
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement administrative projects

What We Are Looking For:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to contribute to a team environment
• A passion for developing a career in business administration and HR
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Why Choose Us?

• Opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining a nationally recognised qualification
• Mentorship and training from experienced professionals in the education sector
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• The chance to make a positive impact on the future of education
• Progression opportunities within a growing Multi-Academy Trust

If you're ready to begin an exciting career in business administration and HR within the education sector, we’d love to hear from you!

Application information:

For more information, or for an informal chat about the role please contact Nicola McGonagle, Director of People please get in touch by emailing [e-mail]

Please ensure that you show how you meet items on the person specification and explaining why you are applying for this post. Please also include in your application why you want to work in our Trust, why you are the best candidate for this post and what you would contribute to our Trust and schools, with examples from your recent work if possible.

Submit your application form as early as possible, as the vacancy may close early if sufficient suitable candidates apply.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.

TBFT Central Office c/o Bolton St Catherine’s Academy, Bolton, BL2 4HU, United Kingdom