School Business Officer Apprentice
The Peak Federation (Bamford Primary School)
About the Role
<p>Kickstart Your Career as a School Business Officer Apprentice!</p> <p>Are you ready to join a dynamic, friendly team where every day brings something new? At Bamford Primary School, we’re looking for an enthusiastic individual with a can-do attitude to take on a varied, customer-facing role that truly makes a difference.</p> <p> </p>
You will be kept busy providing:
- School Reception - the front of house service for our teaching team and our parents.
- Maintain our Management Information Systems including student records, staff records, school contracts and operational facilities management
- Support our Federation Business Manager by maintaining up to date and accurate financial records – including purchases and invoicing, day-to-day banking and financial record keeping
- Provide support for the staff, including the Headteacher by arranging visits and trips, purchasing consumables and generally supporting in the management of the local premises, including some aspects of Health and Safety.
In line with the school’s Safeguarding requirements, the successful candidate will require an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.
This is an opportunity that could provide a career change and there are many transferable skills for general business administration.
At the end of the apprenticeship, you will be considered for any roles that are available within our Federation of Schools.
About the Training
The Apprenticeship Scheme is run in conjunction with a training provider to ensure that you are supported by a first-class training programme. You will attend a class or workshop once a week - either face to face or online - from one of our Adult Education Centres, located across the county, which will enable you to achieve the following apprenticeship:
- School Business Professional Level 4
- Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours to enable you to enter gateway for the End Point Assessment
- Functional Skills at Level 2 in English and/or maths, if required.
About the Employer
Bamford Primary School is nestled in the stunning Peak District National Park, offering a unique learning environment surrounded by natural beauty. As a small, vibrant Local Authority school, we take pride in being a truly inclusive community at the heart of our village. Our ethos, “A Safe Place to Grow,” reflects our commitment to nurturing every child and supporting every member of staff. Together, we create a welcoming, ambitious, and supportive culture where everyone can thrive and achieve their full potential. We are located within the Hope Valley and are in easy commuting distance from Sheffield, Bakewell, Buxton and Matlock.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Physical fitness
Training Provider
DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL
Course/Training
School business professional (level 4)