Business Administration Apprenticeship

The Apprentice will support the smooth running of the school office by acting as the first point of contact for visitors and telephone enquiries, ensuring security procedures are followed, and providing a welcoming reception service. 

 The role involves delivering welfare support to pupils, including basic first aid, liaising with parents, and assisting with health-related visits.  

Clerical duties include typing, filing, photocopying, handling post, maintaining records, and accessing information via SIMS, alongside providing general support to teachers and staff.  

The apprentice will also assist with basic finance tasks such as collecting payments and issuing receipts. 

In addition, the role requires commitment to professional development, health and safety responsibilities, equality of opportunity and safeguarding practices.  

This varied position provides valuable experience across administration, welfare and customer service within a school environment. 

Training:
Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship Standard delivered by Chelmsford College 6-7 hours per week will be spent on "off-the-job training" Training is provided both remotely and, in the workplace  Details will be made available at a later date

Training Outcome:

Potential for full-time employment.

Employer Description:
St Michael’s is a warm, inclusive Church of England primary school based in Braintree, Essex, serving approximately 410 pupils between 4–11-year-olds. Rooted in Christian values, the school places a strong emphasis on love, integrity, creativity, and resilience, guiding children to develop not just academically but socially, morally and spiritually. The school’s vision is to ensure every child is safe, happy and able to fulfil their potential, through a stimulating curriculum, caring pastoral support and strong community partnerships. As a voluntary aided school, St Michael’s maintains close ties with St Michael’s Church, including regular collective worship and involvement in church-led initiatives.

Working Hours :
8am-3.30pm, 5 days per week, term-time only.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Initiative,Friendly, professional manner,Time management,Willingness to learn,Reliability and flexibility