School Business Administration Apprenticeship

Red Hall Primary School · Darlington, DL1 2ST, UK

Salary
£15,392 a year
Level
Level 3
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Closes
30 Oct 2026
Qualification
Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
Training provider
DARLINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL

About the role

This apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to build valuable business administration skills within a busy and welcoming primary school environment while working towards a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in administration, communication, organisation, customer service, and IT, supporting the day-to-day operations of the school. Working closely with pupils, parents, staff, and visitors, the apprentice will play an important role in ensuring the smooth running of the school office. The post holder will be expected to act as the first point of contact, provide administrative and clerical support to the Senior Leadership Team, maintain school information systems, manage pupil attendance, and undertake routine financial administration processes. The role also involves maintaining filing systems, spreadsheets, and databases, carrying out clerical tasks, assisting with record maintenance, liaising with external stakeholders, and updating the school website. The apprentice will need to maintain personal and professional development, respect confidentiality, and be able to remain calm under pressure, prioritise, and organise time effectively.

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English: 4+/ C+ (Essential), GCSE maths: 4+/ C+ (Essential), Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness, Resilience, Calm under pressure

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