Administration Apprentice Level 3

The successful candidate will work specifically with our Strategic Business Manager and Careers Advisor, supporting them with admin tasks, contributing to the smooth running of the school and positive outcomes for students. More specifically the post includes:

Compiling written communications, reports, letters, etc. Ensuring administrative records are maintained and kept up to date. Providing admin support as required, e.g. word processing, filing, photocopying, word processing, dealing with the post, managing supplies, arranging meetings, liaising with other staff and students. Compiling student records and supporting with management of data Providing support on reception as required, answering telephone and handling face to face enquiries, taking messages or re-directing to the appropriate person and providing basic information about the school to visitors. Updating displays around the school.

To communicate both written and orally with students, parents, staff and outside agencies.
To organise and support periodic college events.
To organise, update and produce periodic college publications.
Facilitate meetings, e.g. producing paperwork, providing refreshments, writing up minutes, etc.
Contribute to the management of student resources.
 

Training:
The accredited training will be delivered by Heart of England Training and mainly remotely at Soar Valley College. Protected study time will be given and full support from your colleagues. You will also have one to one learning sessions with your tutor, again remotely by Teams. On successful completion of your studies, you will achieve the level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship standard.

Training Outcome:

The in-school team is excellent and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn from some superb technicians on site.

Previous apprentices have gained employment in the school and are still with us today.

This position offers individuals the:

Guarantee of working in a fast paced and exciting environment. Chance to develop skills and knowledge in a growing organisation. Opportunity to take on more challenging responsibilities. Potential for career development.

Employer Description:

Our school motto of 'Aspire, Enjoy, Achieve' is more than just words. It really does sum up our ethos of working with every individual to ensure they do their best they possibly can in a supportive environment rich with opportunities. Our students come from very diverse ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds. As a school we value effort above all else with students; all can achieve and they do. The school is a great place to work and an excellent place to begin your career.

We have a fantastic team of staff, where relationships are very positive. There are various events and activities designed to promote a positive working environment. Little things make a big difference, such as staff spots every Friday, free flu jabs for staff, the regular staff House quiz (which is fiercely competitive!), and we seem to get through an enormous amount of samosas!

Working Hours :
Monday – Friday, 8.15am – 4pmpm. 36.25 hours per week, term time only (38 weeks), plus 18 hours (training days) 83.46% FTE

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