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This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a busy school office environment. You will be an integral part of the team, supporting daily operations and contributing to a positive and welcoming atmosphere for children, parents, and staff.
Requirements
- None required, but sharing other relevant qualifications and industry experience is encouraged as the apprenticeship can be adjusted.
- Skills:
- Administrative skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Customer care skills
- Initiative
- IT skills
- Logical thinking
- Non-judgemental attitude
- Number skills
- Organisation skills
- Patience
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
Responsibilities
- Opening and closing the office.
- Being the first point of contact for parents, pupils, and staff on reception.
- Receiving visitors according to school procedures.
- Dealing with pupil, parent, staff, and visitor enquiries by telephone or in person.
- Checking and recording pupil absence daily and contacting parents if necessary.
- Efficiently maintaining school databases.
- Supporting the organisation of school visits and residential visits.
- Checking goods received are correct.
- Assisting with general admin duties.
- Completing a minimum of 6 hours per week on apprenticeship work and training.
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Benefits
- Wage: £15,392 for the first year, with potential increases based on age.
- Hours: Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm; Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm (term time only). 37 hours per week.
- Duration: 1 year 6 months.
- Training: Business administrator (level 3) qualification with CT SKILLS LIMITED.
- Training Schedule: Monthly 1-2-1 online meetings with a tutor. Minimum 3 hours per week for independent study (assignments, research, projects) and at least 3 hours of employer-provided training.
- Potential for Permanent Role: Strong possibility of a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
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Application Process
- Closes on Friday 31 July 2026.
- After signing in, apply for the apprenticeship on the company's website.
About Parkdale Primary Parkdale Primary is a large, happy, multi-cultural school on the outskirts of Nottingham, part of the Transform Trust. The school is dedicated to creating a thriving, fun, and safe environment for children, recognizing that happy, friendly staff are key to this.
Contact
- Training Provider: CT SKILLS LIMITED
- Contact Person: Isabella Todd
- Email: isabella.todd@ctskills.co.uk
- Phone: 0115 959 9544
- Reference Code: VAC2000040680
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