Schools Administration Apprentice, Level 3 – Unity MAT

Heart of England Training; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in Bournemouth is offering a Business Administration Level 3 apprenticeship for aspiring administrators. This role includes welcoming visitors, managing reception duties, and producing documents with MS Office. Candidates should have GCSEs in English and Maths at grade 4. This position involves extensive training and support, with the possibility of a permanent role after completing the apprenticeship. The ideal environment for those keen to develop their administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and manage reception duties.
• Produce documents using Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Handle enquiries by telephone or in person.
• Maintain stationery stock levels.
• Assist with the creation of the school newsletter.
• Schedule and organise appointments and meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving skills

Team working

Education

GCSE in English (grade 4)

GCSE in Maths (grade 4)

Job description

Business Administration, Level 3

Summary

Start your admin career in a friendly and supportive school known for developing apprentices. You'll offer confidential and efficient administrative support within our school office, ensuring a courteous reception service. This is an ideal opportunity to grow your skills in a nurturing environment dedicated to your professional development.

What you'll do at work

You will receive comprehensive training from our admin team and your apprenticeship provider. Additionally, you will be given dedicated study time and support to help you successfully complete your apprenticeship. Your daily tasks will include:

• Welcoming visitors and managing reception duties
• Producing a variety of documents using software packages such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Handling standard enquiries by telephone or in person from pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community
• Maintaining stationery stock level
• Assisting with the creation of the school newsletter
• Sending out communications
• Scheduling and organising appointments and meetings
• Supporting the preparation and coordination of school events
• Managing and updating school records and databases
• Assisting with filing and other administrative tasks
• Supporting the implementation of school policies and procedures
• Collaborating with staff to ensure a smooth daily operation of the school office

Where you'll work

Blue Cap Road Stratford-Upon-Avon CV37 6TQ

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade 4)
• Maths (grade 4)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

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

Other requirements

A DBS check will need to be completed.

About this employer

A 3 – 19 special needs school in Stratford upon Avon, which is part of the Unity MAT. Unity Mat is a multi-academy trust comprising three Special needs schools in South Warwickshire. https://www.welcombe.unitymat.co.uk

After this apprenticeship

It is hoped a permanent position will be offered on successful completion of the apprenticeship programme however this is not guaranteed.

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