Business Administration Apprentice

Key Responsibilities:

Administrative Support:

Assist with general office duties, including filing, photocopying, and data entry. Update pupils/staff records and databases. Handle incoming and outgoing mail, emails, and phone calls. Prepare documents and run reports as required.

Reception Duties:

Greet visitors and handle inquiries at the reception desk. Ensure the reception area is tidy and presentable. Manage the signing in and out process for visitors and staff.

Communication:

Liaise with pupils, staff, and external stakeholders in a professional manner. Assist in the coordination of meetings and school events. Distribute information to pupils, staff, and parents as needed.

Support to School Staff:

Provide administrative support to teachers and school leadership. Assist with the organization of school trips, events, and activities. Assist with the preparation & co-ordination of exams

Data Management:

Ensure accurate and timely input of data into the school’s management information system. Assist with the preparation of statistical and management reports.

Compliance and Confidentiality:

Adhere to school policies and procedures, including those related to safeguarding and data protection. Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.

Training:
All training will be provided during paid working hours. Training is held remotely via microsoft teams. You will meet your educator every 3 weeks for 1.5hrs. 

Training Outcome:
It is hoped but not garunteed that there will be a full offer of employment at the end of the apprenticeship.

Employer Description:
The George Eliot Academy is a place where both pupils and staff feel a real sense of belonging. We are passionate about our vision to develop successful pupils who are independent, well-rounded, behave with integrity, and most importantly live happy and fulfilled lives. At The George Eliot Academy, we provide a caring environment which develops and nurtures the values, skills and attributes for creating good citizens with a strong moral purpose, who make positive contributions to their society. We aim to provide our students with opportunities and experiences, that engenders in them the love of learning and equips them to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing society and are ready and willing to grasp the opportunities available to them.

Working Hours :
Total paid hours - minus any unpaid breaks. 37.5 hours per week with 30 mins unpaid for lunch.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience