Business Administration Apprentice
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Company: Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council
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Location: Rochdale, OL12 0EL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £15,392.00 per year
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Sector: Business and administration
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Ref: NAS-2000038511
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Application Deadline Date: 22/07/2026
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Start Date: 27/07/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Term Time Only (TTO). Monday – Friday. Hours to be confirmed at interview.
Brief Description
An exciting opportunity to join All Saints' CE Primary School as a Business Administration Apprentice, working within the school reception and administration team while completing a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.
Training to be Provided
You will complete the Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship.
Training will include:
- Business administration principles and practices
- Customer service and professional communication
- Data management and record keeping
- Microsoft Office and school management systems
- Time management and organisational skills
- Safeguarding awareness
- Functional Skills in Maths and English (if required)
- End Point Assessment
Future Prospects
Permanent administration opportunities within education
Progression into School Administration Officer or Receptionist roles
Further professional development within school business support functions
Opportunity to gain valuable experience within the education sector
Full-time employment?
Potential opportunities may be available following successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Progression Opportunities Identified?
Yes – school administration and business support pathways.
Vacancy Detail
Working within the school office, you will provide administrative support and act as one of the first points of contact for parents, visitors, pupils and staff. This role requires a confident and professional individual who enjoys working with people and can remain calm and organised in a busy school environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Providing a professional and welcoming reception service for parents, visitors and pupils
- Answering and directing telephone calls
- Responding to emails and general enquiries
- Maintaining pupil records and school databases
- Assisting with attendance administration and reporting
- Supporting the distribution of school communications and newsletters
- Processing forms, correspondence and general school documentation
- Managing visitor sign-in procedures and safeguarding processes
- Supporting school events and administrative projects
- Filing, scanning and maintaining accurate records
- Using a range of IT systems and Microsoft Office applications
- Assisting the wider administration team with day-to-day office duties
The successful candidate will be expected to communicate confidently with parents and visitors while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism at all times.