Administration Assistant Intern in Cambridge

Are you organised, friendly and looking to gain real experience in a professional office environment? Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology is offering a 6‑week paid internship for an enthusiastic Administration Assistant Intern to join our busy school team. This is a fantastic opportunity to build practical skills in communication, organisation, customer service and school administration—ideal for anyone looking to start a career in office support, education or business administration.

About the Role

As an Administration Assistant Intern, you’ll play an important part in supporting the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school. You’ll work closely with our administration team, helping with reception duties, record‑keeping, enquiries, event support and general office tasks. You’ll gain valuable hands‑on experience in a supportive environment where no two days are the same.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting daily administrative tasks such as filing, data entry and preparing documents
• Managing incoming enquiries by phone, email and in person
• Helping maintain accurate school records and digital systems
• Assisting with distributing information to staff, students and families
• Providing a welcoming reception service for visitors and supporting sign‑in procedures
• Helping to keep the reception and office areas tidy and professional
• Assisting with school events including open evenings, parent meetings and celebrations
• Supporting administrative tasks linked to safeguarding, compliance and health and safety

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, professional and proactive attitude
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confidence working with people and handling enquiries
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn
• An interest in administration, customer service or working in a school environment

Internship Eligibility (Essential)

To apply, you must:

• Live in Cambridgeshire or Peterborough
• Be aged 18+ (With no upper limit)
• Not currently be in education, employment or training
• Have the right to work in the UK

Unfortunately, if you do not meet all of the above criteria, you will not be eligible for this internship.

Why Join Us?

This internship offers valuable real‑world experience, supportive mentoring and the chance to develop skills that employers look for. You’ll be part of a friendly, professional team within a specialist STEM school that is part of the United Learning group.

Safeguarding

This role is subject to safeguarding requirements. You will be expected to follow all safeguarding, data protection, health and safety policies and attend relevant training.

About CAST

CAST is an inspiring, specialist science academy for young people aged 13‑19 years old. As part of United Learning, we seek to bring out ‘the best in everyone’. We equip our students with the ‘powerful knowledge’ they need to make a success of their lives and the character to become resilient in overcoming obstacles; to responsibly manage themselves; to work independently on things which challenge them and to work with others. The college offers GCSE, A level and T level courses, along with unique opportunities to learn from working scientists, technologists and engineers. Students work in state‑of‑the‑art laboratories and facilities. Learning occurs in innovative and exciting ways, supported by CAST’s unique partnerships with business. CAST therefore gives students a head start into their future careers. Consequently, student results are strong, and students achieved well above national averages in STEM subjects. We instil a workplace ethos, with a positive impact recognised by Ofsted who stated that ‘the excellent behaviour of students in lessons and around college creates an environment in which it is a joy to teach and study.’ Staff feedback demonstrates to us that CAST is a great community to work in, with a supportive and collaborative culture that is highly valued. Staff have eight training and marking days built into the academic year. There are numerous internal and external development opportunities available to all staff.