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; that of working with every individual to ensure they do the best they possibly can in a supportive environment rich with opportunities. More on this can be read in our prospectus, which is available on the school website www.soarvalley.leicester.sch.uk

We are an outstanding 11-16 community, comprehensive school in the city of Leicester with approximately 1560 students on roll currently, and are heavily over-subscribed every year with more first choice applications than places available. Students come from very diverse ethnic, cultural and religious backgrounds, which contributes to our unique ethos.

We have a fantastic team of staff who go to great lengths to ensure every child can and does succeed in education. As a school, we value effort above all else with students; all can achieve, and they do! The staff work very effectively together and achieve excellent outcomes for our students, of which we are very proud.  Even more pleasing though, are the superb relationships we have in the school, between all, which make it a great place to work, and an excellent place to begin or continue your career.

 

 

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.15am - 4pm. 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