Apprentice: Administration Assistant – Ref: TV51724 Fixed Term Contract: 37 hours (term time only) You will undertake a Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship which will include 20% off job training We are currently seeking an entry level apprentice to train as an Administration Assistant in our school. This post is Monday to Friday, term time only plus 5 training days, from 8am-4pm each day (37 hours each week). The apprenticeship period will be 24 months. The job will involve working at Palfrey Infant School in a busy office liaising with staff, children and visitors. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain paid employment whilst working towards a recognised qualification and embarking on a career in school administration. Desired skills and personal qualities Be fully supportive of the ethos of the school Be willing to learn Be a positive role model in terms of professionalism, dress, punctuality and attendance Have the ability to organise and prioritise your own workload whilst working alone and as part of a team Give attention to detail Have the capacity, drive, passion and energy to succeed Hold yourself to high personal and professional standards Have excellent communication skills Be committed to helping and supporting children from all backgrounds Follow safeguarding and child protection procedures including the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information Have an excellent health and attendance record Have an adaptable and professional approach to the responsibilities of the post Have an understanding of and commitment to the equal opportunities policy Have strong ICT skills Qualifications: Maths and English GCSE, Grade 4-9 (Desirable) or equivalent Level 2 Business Administration. Rate of Pay: Walsall maintained Schools pay the minimum wage for Apprentices which is currently £6.40 per hour, if the Apprentice is 19 years old and over this is only for the first 12 months and then increases to National Minimum Wage per age for the second year. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that is part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week). Palfrey Infant School is fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of the children and all appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Contact: Bal Bains, School Business Manager, Palfrey Infant School, Bescot Street, Walsall, WS1 4HY Tel: 01922 720713 for more information or to arrange a visit to our school. Application forms and details are available here: https://tinyurl.com/PISVacancies Closing date: Friday 10 th January 2025, (12 noon)