Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship
Nightingale Community Academy, London, SW17 7DF9 days remaining to apply
Start date details
to be confirmed
Closing date
7 August 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
29 July 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week (including allocated apprenticeship study time)
Contract type
- Fixed term - Fixed Term – 18 Month Apprenticeship
Hourly rate
- £8.00/hr, as per government rates for 16-19yr olds
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Business Administration Apprentice will work towards achieving the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship whilst supporting the smooth running of Nightingale Community Academy's administration functions.
Working alongside experienced colleagues, the apprentice will gain valuable practical experience across School Administration, Human Resources, Finance, Recruitment, Admissions and Reception, developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a successful career in business administration.
The apprentice will be expected to demonstrate professionalism, confidentiality and excellent customer service whilst supporting staff, learners, parents and external professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality administrative support across Nightingale Community Academy.
- Act as a professional first point of contact for pupils, parents, visitors and external agencies.
- Support the administration of recruitment, HR, admissions and finance processes.
- Prepare correspondence, reports, spreadsheets and other documentation using Microsoft Office.
- Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with GDPR.
- Assist with organising meetings, interviews, school events and training sessions.
- Support the maintenance of school databases and administrative systems.
- Work collaboratively with staff across both school sites to ensure the efficient running of administrative services.
- Complete all requirements of the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship, including off-the-job training, coursework and reviews.
- Promote the values of Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust whilst maintaining high standards of professionalism and customer service.
Key Requirements
- Eligible to undertake the Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship.
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths (or willingness to achieve these through the apprenticeship if required).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
- Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Professional, reliable and committed to providing excellent customer service.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Willingness to learn, develop new skills and work towards achieving the apprenticeship qualification.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a busy school environment.
What the school offers its staff
OHCAT is an exciting, forward-thinking organisation, and we offer many benefits to attract and keep our staff, contributing towards maintaining and improving wellbeing, and encouraging our required behaviours, achievements, values, and skills. Below is just a selection of the benefits available to our employees:
Rewards & Benefits:
- Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment
- Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family
- Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme, Employee Car Lease Scheme and Home Electronics Scheme)
- Employee Wellbeing - We support employee wellbeing with access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave including Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme and Free Virtual GP Appointments
- Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more)
- Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme)
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Nightingale Community Academy and Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Nightingale Community Academy
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 5 to 19
- Size
- 139 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 5 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- CBoateng@nightingaleca.org
Nightingale Community Academy is a school for boys aged between 5 and 19 who have an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or Statement of SEN for social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.
Some learners also have Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or other learning difficulties. At Nightingale Community Academy we are committed to raising the expectations of our learner group, removing barriers to learning and delivering attainment at the highest level.
“Since the start of the school in September 2016, the principal and his leadership team have shown a tireless determination to improve the education it offers. Their ‘no excuses’ approach means that nothing other than the highest quality of education is good enough”. (Ofsted February 2019) – (The full Ofsted Report, is now available on our website).
Nightingale Community Academy is committed to a multi-disciplinary approach to meeting learners’ needs, and promotes high quality professional development for all staff.
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