Office Administrator Job Description
Aspire Educational Trust
Employment details
Job title: Apprentice School Finance Administrator
Reports to (job title): Office Manager
Hours of work: 35 hours per week. Term time only
Level and scale point: Apprenticeship scale
Would you like to work within a forward-thinking and supportive school?
We are looking for a strong candidate wishing to work towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification. You will assist the Bursar in the accurate processing of the school's finance and whole school administration.
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated individual that is confident on computers, looking for a future career in education administration.
Excellent communication skills are essential to this role as you will need to liaise with staff, students and visitors on a regular basis. You will be able to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and flexibility. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Apprentice to join a successful, progressive and happy school.
In return, we can offer:
· A paid training position for the duration of the course
· Training on an approved apprenticeship study programme
· Training on the school’s computer software packages
· Study time (included in the 35 hour week) The Level 3 course will be provided by Cheshire College South & West
· Experience of working in a thriving, successful primary school
Key responsibilities will include: Providing admin support throughout the school office, including the school finance system, educational visits and the Evolve system, meeting and greeting parents and visitors, answering telephone and email queries. Maintaining high levels of confidentiality that the responsibility requires is essential.
The school and the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, medical checks, right to work in UK and safeguarding checks (including enhanced DBS and a declaration of disqualification (Childcare Disqualification regulations 2009).
Completed application forms (from the school website) need to be returned via email before the application deadline. https://www.underwoodwest.cheshire.sch.uk/page/vacancies/127180
Application deadline: 22/04/2025 - Midday
Expected start date: May 2025
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Pay: From £7.55 per hour
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
Schedule:
Application question(s):
- Applicants need to submit a completed application form, emailed to the address provided
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/04/2025
Expected start date: 26/05/2025
