Business Administrator Apprentice Wigan & Leigh College

The postholder will be expected to provide administrative services for the wider Data and Funding team, inclusive of Exams, Apprenticeships and MIS whilst maintaining, monitoring and evaluating student records across the College (both on and off site) and ensuring accuracy of all records for funding and statistical purposes.

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Closing date: 10 Aug 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,313.60

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday

    Total hours per week: 37

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    16 Aug 2024

  • Date posted

    26 Jun 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000260789

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • To work cohesively with all teams to prepare and maintain accurate records both electronically and paper based
  • To support the teams to amend student data and implement student course changes and related fee adjustments
  • To assist the team to prepare and maintain information for the collection of student/course fees through the invoicing of sponsors (LEAs, employers, Government Training Scheme Agencies)
  • To undertake work in relation to examinations, timetabling and registers as required
  • To support the teams in preparing Apprenticeship sign up’s, sign offs and collation of relevant data
  • Respond efficiently and professionally to all enquiries and maintain good public relations with all clients
  • Work in close co-operation with team members and faculties within the College to enable an appropriate level of support and continuous flow of information
  • Provide an efficient and effective level of support for the Management Information System and its operations
  • To be involved in the key College enrolment dates, this includes the processing of information, assessment of related fees and data entry
  • To work co-operatively with other areas of the College to provide a corporate College service, particularly at enrolment times and key stages in the academic calendar
  • To maintain student confidentiality and ensure compliance with the Data Protection Act and Freedom of Information Act
  • To undertake appropriate staff development as agreed with the line manager to keep abreast of developments in the principal area of work
  • Undertake such other duties, commensurate with your grade and hours of work, as may reasonably be required

The training you will be getting

Business administrator
Level 3 (A level)

Onsite training along side the apprenticeship standard

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Potential full time role available within the College

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Essential

About the employer

We have been providing quality education and training for the people of Wigan and beyond since 1857. We offer exceptional teaching, support and guidance in a range of academic, vocational, technical and apprenticeship programmes.

Employer

Wigan & Leigh College

Address

PO Box 53

Parsons Walk

Wigan

WN1 1RS

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Training

Training provider

WIGAN AND LEIGH COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Miss Eloise Hough

e.hough@wigan-leigh.ac.uk

07500818274

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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