Level 3 Business administrator apprentice at Willow Vale School

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprentice required at Willow Vale School due to the continued growth of our school. Fixed-term apprenticeship contract.

30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time only) . 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high number of applicants

Apprenticeship Salary: In line with the National Apprenticeship Wage.

Willow Vale School is a specialist Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) serving children and young people across multiple sites in Taunton & Bridgwater. We provide high-quality education, care and support to learners who require alternative provision and are committed to helping every young person achieve success both academically and personally.

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic apprentice to join our administration team based in Taunton, but we would like the successful applicant to be able to travel around sites when needed, so a full UK driving license and access to a vehicle is required. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, professional and keen to develop a career in business administration within a supportive educational environment.

Working across our Taunton sites, you will gain valuable hands-on experience supporting a busy school environment while completing a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship with Somerset Skills & Learning. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the school and contributing to the efficient running of our services.

You will be expected to demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• A professional and positive approach to work
• Good literacy, numeracy and ICT skills
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required
• Confidence when communicating with pupils, families, staff and external professionals
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills

Essential requirements:

• Full UK driving licence
• Access to your own vehicle, as the role requires travel between Willow Vale School sites across Taunton

Apprenticeship Summary:

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship
Expected Duration: Approximately 18 months with Somerset Skills & Learning

Throughout the programme, you will develop skills and knowledge in:

• Business administration and organisational systems
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Supporting operational efficiencies within an organisation
• Decision making and problem solving
• Customer service and stakeholder engagement
• Information management and record keeping
• Building a portfolio of evidence for End Point Assessment
• Supporting the vision, values and aims of a complex organisation

In return, the school will offer the successful candidate:

• Full 10-day induction programme and ongoing professional development
• A supportive and experienced staff team
• Opportunities to develop a long-term career within education and administration
• Access to the My Staff Shop employee benefits platform, including Cycle to Work scheme
• Wellbeing support and resources

Enquiries and visits are warmly welcomed. Please contact Jo Stamford on 01278 496386.

Willow Vale School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, medical clearance, proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references.

Following the acceptance of your interview invitation, an online search will be carried out as detailed in the latest Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.