Apprentice Administrator – Learning SupportRef: 2425/028Hours: 37 hours per week, for 40 weeks per yearSalary: £15,821 pro rata p.....
Apprentice Administrator – Learning Support
Ref: 2425/028
Hours: 37 hours per week, for 40 weeks per yearSalary: £15,821 pro rata per annum (apprenticeship rate). Plus a generous Occupational Pension Scheme About the CollegeWe are a large, regional college serving a population across York and North Yorkshire of more than one million people. Each year, we have approximately 4,000 school leavers, 1,000 apprentices, 2,000 adult students, and 400 higher-level students studying with us.
Our wide range of education options span entry level programmes through to degrees, higher technical qualifications, and accredited professional courses to courses for professional development. Our apprenticeships can be studied from level 2 to level 5 across a range of different career pathways. We are the largest provider of A-Level and vocational programmes for school leavers in the region; we offer nearly 35 A-Level subjects and over 80 vocational courses, including a wide range of T-Level pathways.
We are proud to be part of a consortium of colleges and employers developing the Yorkshire and Humber Institute of Technology (IoT), designed to increase higher level technical skills for employers.
With a vibrant working environment, excellent transport links to the city centre and surrounding area, plus on-site parking, you will find York College to be fulfilling and supportive place to work. As a member of College staff you will have full use of the College facilities including free gym membership at the Athletic Suite, our brand new state of the art gym.
What is a Business Administrator Apprenticeship?We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Apprentice Administrator to join the Learning Support team at York College. You will work as part of the team to ensure our students get the support they need, by sending out invitations to review meetings and collating responses, uploading information to students’ records for teachers and support staff to read, and dealing with student enquiries. You will receive on the job training and ongoing support.
What’s the deal?You will work 37 hours per week, during term time for 40 weeks per year, earning £8.20 per hour (£15,821 per annum).
If you are successful in the role, following achievement of your full Level 3 apprenticeship you could be offered a permanent position at the end of your apprenticeship.
What will it look like?You will work across the wider Learning Support Team, gaining experience of how learning support works in the college. You will develop your knowledge, skills and understanding of the different ways our students can be supported, for example in the classroom, by attending appointments with a mentor or a teacher, or by using assistive technology. You will learn our processes and how we use various ICT applications. This role will involve working alongside our Administrators and our EHCP Coordinator.
Alongside your day-to-day role you will study for the Business Administrator Level 3. You will be given a full day a week to undertake this program of learning. This apprenticeship will take approximately 18 months to complete. During this time, you will be supported by a mentor and an assessor.
What will you get?On completion of your Apprenticeship you will have:• Gained transferable business knowledge skills and behaviours• Be confident and able to work effectively as part of a team• Able to show self-motivation and take responsibility for own work• Able to demonstrate resilience, integrity, and initiative• A nationally recognised qualification
You should apply for this role if you…• Are well-organised • Want to develop new Business skills (such as ICT, communication)• Are a real team player• Are hard working and looking for variety • Have a passion for learning and developing new skills • Wish to help young people achieve their goals
You qualify if…• Are 16 years or over (open to all age groups above 16) • Have a minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths• Don’t already have a degree in a similar field• Are not doing any other full-time course• Are eligible to work in the UK• Have an interest in Business Administration• Are ambitious and keen to progress• Are committed to achieving your qualifications
Important NoticesPlease see the attached document for Important Notices.
We do not accept CV applications. Please go to our website to apply using our application form: www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/job-vacancies
Most correspondence regarding vacancies will be sent via email, so please check your emails regularly for updates on your application. We would also advise to check your junk/spam folder as some emails may end up here depending on your mail provider settings.
Closing date: 28 October 2024 (9am)Interview date: 06 November 2024
We are deeply committed to diversity and inclusion and wish to have a diverse workforce. We positively welcome applicants from all under-represented groups, including minority ethnic groups and those with disabilities. We are proud to be affiliated to the Black Leadership Group (BLG).
We welcome job applications from anyone who has the requisite skills, qualifications and experience. All applications are considered strictly on merit. Our aim is to appoint the best person for the job, regardless of race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age or any other ‘protected’ characteristic. Please note also that we value the contribution of those who have served in the Armed Forces, and are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.
