Level 3 Business Administration Apprentice

Orgill Primary School; Egremont; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Orgill Primary School in England is offering a Business Administration Apprentice role within the busy school office. You will gain hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification, providing administrative support to staff, pupils and visitors.

The apprenticeship includes remote learning, regular reviews and assessments, shadowing experienced administrators, and involvement in data entry, letters, reports and event organisation.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and IT skills.
• Organised with attention to detail.
• Ability to work with pupils, staff and visitors.
• Willingness to learn through apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support within the school office.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to enquiries professionally.
• Welcome visitors and maintain a friendly reception service.
• Maintain accurate paper and electronic filing systems.
• Assist with data entry and school management systems.
• Produce letters, reports and other documents using Microsoft Office.
• Support the organisation of meetings and school events.
• Handle confidential information in line with GDPR.
• Work alongside experienced administrators to develop office skills.
• Complete the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship with remote learning, reviews and assessments.
• Shadow senior administrators and attend CPD sessions on safeguarding and school systems.
• Contribute to improvement projects and review administrative procedures.

Skills

Communication

IT skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Team working

Problem solving

Administration

Education

GCSE English (min grade 4)

GCSE Maths (min grade 4)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Introduction

Orgill Primary School is seeking a motivated Business Administration Apprentice to join our busy school office team. Gain valuable workplace experience while working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification, providing administrative support to staff, pupils and visitors.

About the Employer

This is a school where children and families belong. Orgill sits at the heart of its community, and we place great importance on creating a warm, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, and respected. We believe that when children feel a strong sense of belonging, they are confident, happy, and ready to learn.

What You'll Do

• Provide general administrative support within the school office.
• Answer telephone calls and respond to enquiries professionally.
• Welcome visitors and maintain a friendly reception service.
• Maintain accurate paper and electronic filing systems.
• Assist with data entry and school management systems.
• Produce letters, reports and other documents using Microsoft Office.
• Support the organisation of meetings and school events.
• Handle confidential information in accordance with GDPR requirements.
• Work alongside experienced administrators to develop office and organisational skills.
• Complete the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship, including remote learning, reviews and assessments.
• Participate in off-the-job training activities such as:
• Shadowing senior administrators.
• Attending CPD sessions on safeguarding, GDPR and school systems.
• Completing online learning modules.
• Supporting improvement projects within the school.
• Researching best practice in school administration.
• Reviewing and updating administrative procedures.
• Reflecting on learning through regular workplace reviews.

Training Outcome

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities for a permanent administrative position within the school or progression into more senior administration roles. The qualification also provides a strong foundation for further study or management-level apprenticeships.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 37.5 hours per week (term time only – 39 weeks per year).Hours of work - Monday to Friday 8.00am until 4.00pm (1 hour lunch break, 30 minutes of this is paid).

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: EDUCATION AND SKILLS TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT LIMITED