At a Glance
- Tasks: Support our central team with finance and admin tasks while learning on the job.
- Company: Join Ad Astra Academy Trust, where we believe in nurturing potential.
- Benefits: Earn while you learn with a competitive apprentice salary and flexible working options.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in finance and administration with hands-on experience.
- Qualifications: Enthusiasm and motivation are key; no prior experience needed!
The predicted salary is between 29651 - 36241 £ per year.
37 hours per week, whole time. Fixed term for 16 months. Salary £15,433.44 – Apprentice rate in accordance with National Minimum Wage.
Ad Astra’s strapline is ‘STARS IN THE MAKING‘ and is equally resonant with employees as with our pupils. All employees, pupils and other stakeholders within our Trust are given the support needed to not only achieve their ambitions but to enjoy and thrive within our Trust.
Our Central Team require a highly motivated, enthusiastic and suitably qualified Administration and Finance Apprentice to join our innovative and forward-thinking organisation. The Trust currently comprises 10 schools across County Durham and the Tees Valley.
The successful candidate will provide business support to the central team and schools within our Academy Trust. They will undertake a structured Level 3 apprenticeship through the Trust’s Apprenticeship Provider LMP.
This role will include undertaking a range of financial procedures such as:
- Processing orders and invoices
- Making payments to suppliers
- Handling financial queries
In addition, the successful candidate will also provide a range of general office administrative tasks. They will develop practical knowledge, skills and behaviours through workplace experience, formal learning and regular reviews, contributing to the effective operation of the office and finance functions while delivering a helpful service to staff, suppliers and other key stakeholders.
This post will be based at the Trust head office located at the Innovation Centre, Queens Meadow in Hartlepool, with an opportunity for a flexible hybrid working arrangement.
Ad Astra Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020).
Closing date for receipt of applications – 9am, Friday 20th November 2026.
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