Apprentice Admin and Finance Assistant

The Admin and Finance Assistant will support aspects of administrative/secretarial support, finance, communications, and management of specific projects on behalf of the Principal and the Academy.

Ensure the effective operation of administrative processes and procedures, recognising the importance of enquiries or issues and applying the appropriate prioritisation. Co-ordinate and manage actions and responsibilities with regard to minutes, letters, e-mails and other forms of communication ensuring that a response is promptly and appropriately. Assist in the development and maintenance of specific administrative processes / systems, for example effective record keeping and electronic filing systems. Liaise and work collaboratively with internal stakeholders including site-based staff and wider central services functions (Finance, HR etc.). Assist with financial and accounting administration, invoices, processing of petty cash, checking transactions and undertaking reconciliation in line with academy financial procedures. Liaise with external stakeholders including parents/carers, local authorities to arrange visits, meetings to support the referrals and admissions process. Maintain, organise and order stationery. Support reception during busy periods to deal with parents / carers and answering calls. Keep the Academy website up to date and ensure the latest policies are available. Carry out other reasonable tasks from time to time as directed by the Principal.

Training:

Training will take place on site and remotely through Lift Schools dedicated apprenticeships training portal. You will meet with your assessor on a regular basis and a full training plan will be agreed with your assessor and employer before the start of training.

Training Outcome:

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship.

This apprenticeship provided the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience and develop key administrative skills within a busy construction environment. The successful candidate will build confidence in communication, organisation and the use of business system.

Employer Description:

Castle View Enterprise Academy is a publicly funded secondary school in Sunderland catering for pupils aged 11-16. As one team, together we can achieve our vision to provide the best education for all students, in order for them to achieve their personal best. To do this we need to provide an outstanding education in every area of academy life.

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday, 08:00 to 16:00. Friday, 08:00 to 15:05.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working