An exciting opportunity has arisen at Maltby Learning Trust, for an exceptional Business Administration/Finance Apprentice to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals. We are seeking to appoint an apprentice to build and maintain effective professional relationships with relevant external stakeholders and service user groups, to provide reports and updates to Leaders in relation to area of responsibility, to set clear standards for and expectations of communication with parents and other key stakeholders ensuring follow up is timely, effective and appropriate. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with others to deliver added value to the Academy and Trust and will understand the changing community and ensure stakeholder satisfaction. What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end? The apprentice will complete the following training: Business Administrator level 3 How to manage stakeholders Relevant laws and regulations Financial processes such as accounting, payroll, & managing budgets How to manage change Project management Factors that affect organisations, including political, economic, social IT packages Record & document production Interpersonal skills Coaching others Effective communications Quality procedures Planning & organisation What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship? The administration role may be a gateway to further career opportunities, such as management or senior support roles. Upon completion of, candidates could progress to professional qualifications such as AAT, or into the following roles within the Trust: Finance Assistant Finance Manager Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, IT skills, attention to detail, organisation skills, customer care skills, problem solving skills, administrative skills, number skills, analytical skills, logical, team working, initiative, non-judgemental, patience. Qualifications GCSE or equivalent Functional Skills Math's & English (Grade Level 2) Essential. GCSE or equivalent Math's & English (Grade C/4 or above) Essential. Maltby Learning Trust already has a strong team of professionals delivering high quality learning in and out of the classroom who work together to achieve our Academy vision ‘to deliver exceptional learning experiences that enable all young people to thrive in a competitive world and lead successful and fulfilling lives’. If you feel you would like to be a part of that team and could make a valuable contribution to driving standards and performance to the next level, we would like to hear from you. The ideal candidate will: be committed to Maltby Learning Trust's Vision and Values and the Academy's Key Drivers. be a driven, proactive, and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour. In return we offer: An outstanding induction programme with supportive and dynamic staff. Mentoring and support from an experienced team. Dedicated office space which inspires outstanding performance. An opportunity to work collaboratively within a Multi-Academy Trust. Maltby Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This post involves working with children and therefore if successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level. Further information about the Disclosure Scheme can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check For further information please contact: nliversidgemaltbylearningtrust.com The 'Role Description' and 'Person Specification' can be accessed from this link: www.maltbylearningtrust.com/vacancies