Education Services Administration Apprenticeship

  • Company: The Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of Cambridge
  • Location: Cambridge, CB2 3PT
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £21,140.00 per year
  • Sector: Business and administration
  • Ref: NAS-2000046047
  • Application Deadline Date: 18/09/2026
  • Start Date: 02/11/2026
  • Positions Available: 2
  • Working Week: Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:00. (Flexible working is also available).

Brief Description

Based at the purpose-built Student Services Centre which opened in April 2019, Education Services brings together the teams that provide key services to students. Education services sits within the wider Academic Division of the University's Professional Services. 

Training to be Provided

The learner will be studying the Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.

Future Prospects

On final completion of the 2-year apprenticeship there may be the opportunity to join the University as a permanent employee. 

Vacancy Detail

The purpose of the role is to undertake administration duties in support of the work of Education Services, supporting the Student Journey from Admissions through to Congregation and beyond. 


You'll be working as part of the Operations Team in Education Services to deliver support during peak times to a number of teams. This will allow you to develop skills and expertise in a range of administrative areas relating to student administration. 


You will be working to achieve the Level 3 in Business Administration during the 2-years within the University. On successful completion of specific skills and modules during the programme, there will be opportunities for salary increase. On final completion of the 2-year apprenticeship there may be the opportunity to join the University as a permanent employee. 


During the 2-year programme, you will complete placements within various Education Services teams. Examples of these could be: The Exam Office, International Student Office, Post Graduate Admissions Office and Student Registry.

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