Business Administration Apprentice

Working on reception you will be a good team worker, be able to work using your own initiative, be well organised and a good communicator. The main purpose of the role will be to assist in the administrative processes of the school and to be a professional but friendly face to our parents, students and visitors to school.

The role will be fast paced, rewarding and offer the opportunity to develop valuable skills in a supportive environment.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

Organisation:

Undertake reception duties, answering routine telephone calls and face to face enquiries and signing in visitors Liaising with students, staff, parents, visitors and other stakeholders Assist with first aid, looking after poorly students

Administration:

Provide routine clerical support e.g. photocopying, filing, e-mailing, complete routine forms Maintain manual and computerised records/management information systems Undertake typing, word-processing and other IT based tasks Sort and distribute mail Undertake routine administration

Resources:

Operate office equipment e.g. photocopier, computer Arrange orderly and secure storage of supplies Undertake routine financial administration as directed by the Administration Manager

Responsibilities:

Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person Be aware of and support difference and ensure equal opportunities for all Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school Appreciate and support the role of other professionals Attend and participate in relevant meetings, as required Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development, as required

Training:
On the job training working as part of the education support team at Burnside College with one day a week release for theoretical study and assignment work through North Tyneside Council

Training Outcome:
Supportive school environment and opportunity to gain qualifi cations and experience

Employer Description:

Burnside College is a good school with an outstanding sixth form provision. We put teaching and learning fi rst and are committed to providing a high quality and inclusive learning experience. We are determined to make a diff erence for the young people in our community and our core values of pride, respect and achievement are at the heart of everything that we do. At Burnside College, we value our staff and are committed to providing ongoing professional development in a supportive environment.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.00am - 4.00pm (Friday 3.30pm) with a 30 minute lunch break The 37 hours will include any training you are required to attend as part of your apprenticeship.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience