The Rowans AP Academy is seeking to appoint a highly effective Office Administrator Apprentice, to start from 27th August 2026.

The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for all visitors and callers, manage telephone enquiries and provide administration support to the school community. The candidate must have a meticulous eye for detail and be a keen team member.

This is a full time, fixed term role, Term Time Only +3 weeks. You will be paid pro rata to the Apprentice National Minimum Wage (actual salary calculated on a pro rata basis which equates to £13,894 per annum). The salary is reviewed annually in April in line with the nationally agreed salaries. 

The working pattern will consist of 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid break each day, as well as allocated study time outside of work for the completion of apprenticeship coursework.

The successful candidate will undertake on the job training alongside studying for a Level 3 qualification in Business Administration, for a fixed term duration of 18 months.

What can we offer you? 

The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitive remuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.  

We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.  

Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust 

We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer: 

• Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Benenden Healthcare
• Free Flu Jabs
• Free Health Checks 
• Access EarlyPay
• Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 – 12 week courses
• Discounted gym membership 
• CPD afternoons
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Free parking on all our sites

If you require any further information or you wish to organise a tour of the school, please contact the school office by calling 01634 338803 or via email to office@therowansap.co.uk 

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.