Business Administration Apprentice

Staff For Education; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education recruitment agency is looking for a Business Administration Apprentice in Mansfield. This role provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced office, engaging in various administrative tasks while pursuing a nationally recognized qualification. Candidates will learn key skills in administration and customer service, contributing to the smooth running of the office. The apprenticeship offers a supportive environment to develop skills for a long-term career in business administration or recruitment.

Benefits

Structured apprenticeship with hands-on experience

Training and support for qualifications

Friendly and supportive working environment

Opportunity to develop skills for a long-term career

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and proactive approach.
• Interest in recruitment, education, or business administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including filing, data entry, and document management.
• Answer phone calls, respond to emails, and assist with enquiries from schools and candidates.
• Assist with candidate onboarding and client communication.
• Support compliance tasks, including maintaining accurate records.
• Help with office organisation, scheduling, and daily operations.
• Learn to use internal systems and databases to support business processes.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to improve office efficiency.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good organisational skills and attention to detail

Ability to work well as part of a team

Confidence in using basic IT systems (Microsoft Office, email)

Job description

Staff for Education is a specialist education recruitment agency committed to supporting schools, academies, and education settings within our local community. We aim to make a positive difference by connecting schools with high-quality teaching and support staff and supporting education professionals in rewarding careers.

As a business with strong local roots, we value team development, learning, and creating opportunities for growth. We are looking for a Business Administration Apprentice to join our team and gain practical experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

This apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start their career in business administration. You will gain hands‑on experience in a fast‑paced, professional office environment, supporting the team with a wide range of administrative and operational tasks.

You will work closely with colleagues across the business, learning key skills in administration, customer service, and compliance, while contributing to the smooth running of the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including filing, data entry, and document management
• Answer phone calls, respond to emails, and assist with enquiries from schools and candidates
• Assist with candidate onboarding and client communication
• Support the Service Administrator with compliance tasks, including maintaining accurate records
• Help with office organisation, scheduling, and daily operations
• Learn to use internal systems and databases to support business processes
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to improve office efficiency

Person Specification

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work well as part of a team
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and proactive approach
• Confident using basic IT systems (Microsoft Office, email)
• Interest in recruitment, education, or business administration

What We Offer

• A structured apprenticeship with hands‑on experience
• Training and support to achieve a nationally recognised qualification
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to develop skills for a long‑term career in business administration or recruitment
• A role where your work contributes to supporting local schools and communities

To apply, please submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you are interested in this apprenticeship.

Staff for Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to relevant safeguarding checks.