At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support and gain hands-on experience in a school environment.
- Company: Join the Gloucester Learning Alliance, a supportive and collaborative educational trust.
- Benefits: Earn £8p/h, with a pay rise after 12 months, plus online training.
- Other info: Flexible hours, professional development, and a chance to learn from experienced colleagues.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career while making a real difference in education.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above, or willingness to complete.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are currently seeking to recruit a hardworking and enthusiastic individual to join our administration team. The School Administrator Apprentice will be expected to give comprehensive administrative support to the admin team.
Key Details
- Salary: £8p/h increasing to National Minimum Wage after 12 months
- Working hours: Monday - Thursday 8am – 16:00pm & Friday 8am – 15:30pm (37 hours)
- Location: Bishops Cleeve, Cheltenham, GL52 8NN
Apprenticeship Details
16 months expected duration to complete, working towards your Level 3 Business Administration (School Administrator) Qualification. (All learning is delivered online/remote). Training Provider: LMP Education (rated 1st best UK training provider).
To undertake a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship whilst providing administrative and operational support to the Trust's Central Business Services Team. The postholder will gain practical experience across a range of business functions, helping to ensure the effective delivery of services that support the Trust, its schools, staff, pupils and stakeholders.
Administrative Support
- Provide high-quality administrative support to the Central Business Services team.
- Prepare, format and distribute correspondence, reports, presentations and other documents.
- Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based filing systems.
- Input, update and maintain data across Trust systems and databases.
Customer Service
- Act as a professional first point of contact for enquiries.
- Maintain positive and professional relationships with stakeholders.
Business Operations Support
- Assist with Trust-wide projects and initiatives.
- Support records relating to procurement, HR, finance, estates and governance.
- Process invoices for payment.
Information Management
- Handle information securely and in accordance with GDPR.
- Produce accurate records and reports.
Apprenticeship Responsibilities
- Complete coursework, assessments and training.
- Maintain apprenticeship evidence and portfolio.
General Responsibilities
- Promote the values of the Trust.
- Undertake duties commensurate with the role.
Safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check will be required.
Desired skills and Personal Qualities:
- Enthusiastic and reliable.
- Flexible and adaptable with excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to professional development.
Essential
- Math and English GCSE Grade 4 / C or above – or willingness to complete.
- An understanding of safeguarding.
- Knowledge and awareness of confidentiality and data protection.
About the Employer
The GLA welcomes apprentices who demonstrate a positive attitude, a commitment to learning and a desire to develop professional skills within a supportive and collaborative environment. The Trust shares responsibility with each apprentice for their learning, development and successful completion of the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship. The Business Administrator Apprentice will make a valuable contribution to the work of the Central Business Services team and the wider Trust. Through practical experience and structured training, the apprentice will support the efficient delivery of central services that enable schools and staff to provide the best possible outcomes for pupils. The apprentice will gain experience across a range of business functions and will be supported by their line manager and colleagues throughout the apprenticeship programme. The role provides opportunities to develop administrative, organisational, communication and customer service skills while building an understanding of how a Multi Academy Trust operates.
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