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Student Reception And Administration Apprentice

The Canterbury Academy · South East · CT2 8QA

Apprenticeship Level 3 Business & Admin
Salaryยฃ15,392 yearly
LocationSouth East
PostcodeCT2 8QA
Start date7 Dec 2026
Apply by2 Nov 2026
QualificationBusiness administrator (level 3)
Training providerekc group
Job ID53975
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About the role

Student Reception Apprentice โœจ

Ready to dive into the heart of a bustling school environment? We're looking for a motivated and friendly individual to join our team as a Student Reception Apprentice! This is your chance to gain valuable experience while making a real difference. ๐Ÿค

What you'll be doing:

  • Be the first point of contact for students, families, and visitors, offering a warm and professional welcome. ๐Ÿ‘‹
  • Assist the Student Reception Lead with handling student enquiries via phone, email, and in person, ensuring everyone gets the right information or is directed to the perfect person. ๐Ÿ“ž๐Ÿ“ง
  • Help manage student timetables on our system to guide students effectively. ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ
  • Support with checking student medication records and arrangements in line with school policies. ๐Ÿ’Š (Administering medication is only for those with specific training!)
  • Be a friendly face and offer support to students visiting reception, especially if they're feeling unwell or upset, connecting them with the right staff. ๐Ÿค—
  • Keep our reception records neat and tidy, helping with tasks like preparing documents, filing, scanning, and scheduling appointments. โœ๏ธ
  • Handle sensitive information with the utmost care and confidentiality, always following our data protection, safeguarding, and safety procedures. ๐Ÿคซ
  • Learn and grow by attending planned apprenticeship training, completing learning tasks, and participating in progress reviews with your manager and training provider. ๐Ÿ“š
  • Take on other reasonable duties as needed, fitting for your role and training stage. ๐Ÿš€

What we're looking for:

  • A genuine desire to learn and develop new skills. ๐ŸŒฑ
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ
  • A positive attitude and a proactive approach. ๐Ÿ˜Š
  • Reliability and the ability to follow procedures. โœ…
  • An understanding of the importance of confidentiality. ๐Ÿค

Perks:

  • Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic educational setting. ๐Ÿซ
  • Receive dedicated training and support. ๐ŸŽ“
  • Be part of a supportive team. ๐Ÿ‘จโ€๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿ‘งโ€๐Ÿ‘ฆ

If you're eager to kick-start your career and are passionate about helping others, we want to hear from you! Apply now and let's build something great together. ๐ŸŒŸ

Key responsibilities

  • Support student enquiries and provide appropriate direction.
  • Welcome students, families, and visitors to reception.
  • Manage incoming communications (calls, emails) and pass messages.
  • Maintain accurate reception records and perform routine administrative tasks.
  • Attend planned apprenticeship training and complete learning activities.

Entry requirements

GCSE in: (English (grade 4), Maths (grade 4))