Apprentice School Administrator

You will be part of the team providing general clerical and administrative support, for example, photocopying, filing, answering the telephone, sending emails, dealing with outside agencies and responding to routine correspondence. You will also provide first aid support to children (following specific training) and maintain records  and communications for first aid given during the school day (eg medicines given and treatment for minor bumps and bruises)

Duties include:

To receive visitors to the school and to communicate with courtesy and clarity to all To produce reports for example, absentees, class lists Deal with requests from Local Authority on roll numbers. Ensure Coolmilk and fruit administration is maintained accurate. To produce a weekly newsletter and termly menu and distribute to all parents via Bromcom. Deal with administration for pupil requests for holidays; liaising between the Head of School and parents with regards to whether the holiday has been authorised or not. Answer the doorbell when the main gate is closed an accompany stakeholders onto the premises. To answer all phone calls in a professional and timely manner To retrieve, deliver and update telephone messages To assist with the pupil registration process and maintain accurate records of pupils leaving school during the school day. To maintain accurate records of the arrival and departure of visitors via the Inventory System. To utilise technology to ensure effective communication with staff, parents and other groups. To maintain the office email system. To provide general administrative services to pupils, staff and other groups. To ensure that the reception area is kept tidy, informative and welcoming. To receive and check deliveries, ensure that all is distributed correctly and liaise with Finance Officer with any discrepancies. Responsibility for Data Protection Maintain the security and confidentiality of student, staff and school data by adhering to the school’s data protection policies. Process, store and share data in accordance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. Support the DPO in maintaining data protection compliance by reporting any breaches, potential breaches, or subject access requests (SAR) Attend data protection training as required Whilst every effort is made to explain the main duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified. Employees will be expected to comply. Be the first point of call for children coming to the office for first aid - plasters, cold compress etc and providing scheduled medicines  and communicating with parents/guardians if children require collection To form part of the office team to support the smooth and efficient running of the school

 

Training:

On the job training with the employer whilst working towards the Apprenticeship Standard - Business administrators have a highly transferable set of knowledge, skills and behaviours that can be applied in all sectors. This includes small and large businesses alike; from the public sector, private sector and charitable sector. The role may involve working independently or as part of a team and will involve developing, implementing, maintaining and improving administrative services. Business administrators develop key skills and behaviours to support their own progression towards management responsibilities.

Regular work based assessments/observations carried out by Kent Training & Apprenticeships Tutor Assessor, to determine competency and meet with Awarding Body standards.

 

Training Outcome:
Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate. Opportunity to progress to higher level apprenticeships. Being an apprentice will help you develop professional skills whilst earning a salary with some of Kent’s best companies. Gain professional skills and experience to enhance your CV and make it more attractive to potential employers.

Employer Description:
At Furley Park Primary Academy we aim to provide a safe, caring, supportive and stimulating environment with high quality teaching to achieve for all. We want Furley Park Primary Academy to be the best place for children who come to learn; where they are surrounded by adults who are positive and show a love for learning; where we dare to be bold and different! All who work at our academy believe that it is vital that we are all responsible for improving the basic skills of all children and also to support the raising of standards for everyone.

Working Hours :
Mon-Thu : 8am to 4pm Fri : 8am to 3.30pm (with 30 mins lunch break) 37 hours per week (Term Time only)

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,understanding Confidentiality