Job description
Warrington & Vale Royal College is seeking to appoint a full time Apprentice to provide efficient and effective administrative support for Executive Leadership Team.
On the job training will be provided and the successful candidate will undertake a level 3 apprenticeship in Business Administration.
We offer an excellent salary and benefits package, which includes:
- Occupational pension scheme
- Employee benefits package (32 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown period)
- Free on-site parking
- Full programme of training and mentoring
- Induction programme and buddy scheme
- Flexible working, where appropriate
- Focus on sustainability
In October 2019 the College was officially commended as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, and we celebrated some of the highest pass rates in England, ranking us in the top 10 nationally for the third consecutive year. Our mission is ‘Realising potential, transforming lives’. Our environment is inclusive, friendly and supportive, with high expectations for both staff and students. To thrive in our environment, you will need to be resilient, positive, able to work autonomously, have a strong work ethic, and put our learners at the heart of everything you do.
The college is proud to hold the Gold accreditation in the Investors in People framework. We have been assessed against the criteria of Leading, Supporting and Improving, and the Gold award means that the college has the right principles in place, and our people and leaders demonstrate a commitment to best practice, people management and personal development.
Sustainability is a key priority for Warrington & Vale Royal College and we are committed to raising awareness and the implementation of sustainable practices in all aspects of college life. Sustainability principles are embedded across the college, and our sustainability action plan and committee is led by senior leaders to ensure that this remains a key focus.
Suitable candidates should have 5 GCSEs or equivalent, including Maths and English, an ability to quickly learn office systems and procedures, and have some experience in the use of a range of software packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
For further information please refer to the attached job description, or if you would like an informal conversation about this role please contact us.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and a Prohibition check.
Please note that it is college policy that referees of short-listed candidates will automatically be approached prior to interview. One reference should be from your current or most recent employer.
The College operates on 2 campuses – Warrington and Winsford.
This post closes on 4 June 2023; interview date to be confirmed.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. If you are interested in this post please submit your application as soon as possible.
Business Administration Apprentice - PA to the Principalship Job Description