School Business Administration Apprentice

St Anthony's School is looking to recruit a Business Administration Apprentice to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and motivated individual to gain practical office experience, develop administration skills and work towards a recognised qualification within a school environment.

What you'll do

The successful candidate will support the day-to-day administrative operations of the school, helping to ensure the office runs efficiently and provides a professional service to staff, pupils, parents and visitors. Please note this is a term time only role so the wage will be pro-rated.

Duties will include:

• Providing general administrative support to the school office team
• Answering telephone calls, responding to enquiries and directing messages appropriately
• Greeting visitors and assisting with enquiries in a professional and friendly manner
• Managing emails, correspondence and school documentation
• Maintaining accurate records and updating information on school systems
• Filing, photocopying, scanning and preparing documents
• Supporting the organisation of meetings, appointments and school events
• Assisting with data entry and maintaining confidential pupil and staff records
• Following school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, confidentiality and data protection
• Developing an understanding of the wider administrative functions that support the effective running of a school
• As the apprenticeship progresses, the successful candidate will be encouraged to take on additional responsibilities and develop their confidence and skills within the role

Training

The successful candidate will complete a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to work effectively in a professional administrative environment.

Training will combine practical, hands-on experience in the workplace with off-the-job learning and support from a dedicated training provider. The apprentice will develop skills in communication, organisation, IT, record keeping, customer service and business administration.

After the apprenticeship

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into a permanent administrative role within the school or pursue further training and development in school business administration or other administrative career pathways.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Patience

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSE, English (grade 4 or above)
• Essential: GCSE, Maths (grade 4 or above)

Things to consider

Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant will be required to follow the school's safeguarding policies and procedures. The appointment will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where applicable.

About the employer

St Anthony's Voluntary Catholic Academy is part of the St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic Academy Trust and the family of Hull Catholic Schools.

St Anthony's Voluntary Catholic Academy is a vibrant, inclusive and friendly primary school located in the north of Hull, serving the local community. As part of the St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic Academy Trust, the school is committed to providing a high-quality education built on Christian values, high academic standards and strong pastoral care. St Anthony's offers a broad, engaging curriculum that encourages pupils to develop their knowledge, confidence and skills, helping every child to reach their full potential and flourish.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Business administrator (level 3), Business and administration
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: HULL COLLEGE
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 37.5 hours a week. Working week: Monday to Friday 8am - 4pm, 30-minutes for lunch. This is a term time only job.
• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £15,600 a year