Business Administration Apprentice (Attendance Assistant)
Location: Norwich
Salary: Apprenticeship rate for those under 19 and those aged 19 or over and in the first year of their apprenticeship (to be updated in line with legislation) currently A GBP 8 per hour.
Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent
Closing date: 19 th May 2026
The Role
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice (Attendance Assistant) to join our busy Attendance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience whilst also studying. The successful candidate will be interested in pursuing a career in administration and being part of our growing team. The post of Business Administration Apprentice (Attendance Assistant) at City Academy Norwich forms part of the high:profile Administration Services Team who support the teaching and learning provision across the Academy and provide a first point of contact for parents and carers. The person appointed will ensure the main school attendance register and all associated tasks are carried out in accordance with statutory requirements and the academys own attendance policy along with general tasks undertaken by the Academy Office team, reporting to the Attendance Manager.
This is a 12 : 16 month developmental role that includes course fees, paid study leave and the opportunity your learning in your day to day work. The post:holder will be expected to complete Business Administration (Level 2/3) apprenticeship.
This is an integral post and the ideal candidate will possess strong team working skills, as well as the ability to work independently, attention to detail and have a keen interest in developing a career in administration. This will involve developing, implementing, maintaining and improving administrative services. The ability to communicate effectively with staff, students and parents and other external stakeholders face to face, via telephone and in writing will be an essential part of this role.
Responsibilities
* Ensure the main school attendance register and all associated tasks are carried out in accordance with statutory requirements and the academys own attendance policy.
* Perform general tasks undertaken by the Academy Office team.
* Report to the Attendance Manager.
* Develop, implement, maintain and improve administrative services.
* Communicate effectively with staff, students, parents and other external stakeholders face to face, via telephone and in writing.
* Work independently while maintaining strong teamwork and attention to detail.
Qualifications
* Strong team working skills.
* Ability to work independently.
* Attention to detail.
* Keen interest in developing a career in administration.
* Effective communication skills, including face-to-face, telephone and written communication.
Benefits
* Continued professional development that is relevant to you and your career path
* Free on:site car parking
* Discounts, reward cards and promo codes via our staff benefits platform
* A Cycle to Work scheme
* 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, at no cost to you
* Free access to our on:site gym
Equal Opportunity
The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, therefore all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Educations Keeping Children Safe in Education, references will be sought on all short:listed candidates before interview.
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