Finance and Administration apprenticeship

At Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy, we are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Finance and Administration Apprentice to join our team. The postholder will be required to assist the finance department in various tasks.  This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification. You will support the finance and admin functions of the business and learn from experienced professionals.

Working week 

Monday to Friday (term time only) 

37 hours per week total

Daily hours to be confirmed 

Wage

£7.55 per hour

(wage rises to National Minimum Wage after 12 months if over 19 years old. 

Qualification 

Business Administration level 3

Duration: 18 months 

Training Provider: LMP Education

Duties and Responsibilities 

• To assist the finance department with incoming mail – postal and email.
  


• Supporting the team to co-ordinate products for sale via the online payments system.
  


• Help to ensure the accurate and appropriate records are maintained for the department and the Academy.
  


• Be computer literate and enjoy working digitally to support the departments ‘paper free’ policy. Using initiative and skills to help bring the department into the 21st century.
  


• Be confident in using Microsoft applications, we utilise, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook and many others.
  


• Working on procurement for the Academy to ensure resources arrive on time, from approved Suppliers as requested.
  


• Generating purchase orders, from the above requests ensuring accuracy so these can be matched to invoices.
  


• Compete cashiering duties when requested.


• Assist in maintaining files as well as helping to digitalise HR records as directed by the Academy Business


• Manager, Finance Officer and PA to the Principal.
  


• Support the PA to the Principal in preparing whole school tasks such as preparing induction packs for new starters – students and staff as required.
  


• Respond to internal and external queries via email, Teams and telephone.
  


• Support the wider team with ad-hoc tasks and projects to help meet the needs of your course.
  


• Assist with incoming and outgoing correspondence/post.
  


• Answer telephone calls, handle enquiries, redirecting them to the appropriate colleagues.


• Maintain accurate internal records and update company databases and spreadsheets
  


• Ensure Safeguarding & GDPR are considered and maintained thoroughly for the protection of students, parents, staff and yourself at all times.
  


• Any other tasks deemed necessary to support the department, Academy or Trust during times of unexpected need within the realms of your grade and capabilities

Person Specification

• Be someone who behaves courteously, professionally and accurately
  


• Passionate about quality, detail and accuracy in their work
  


• Friendly, cheerful, positive and motivated about the work we do with young people and the organisations we work with
  Enjoy multi-tasking in a busy environment


• Have good, positive phone manner, able to listen well and understand clients' issues.
  


• Be confident with numbers
  


• Is looking for further development and training opportunities
  


• Believe in making a positive difference for others
  


• Has an understanding of safeguarding children and young people and how to maintain appropriate professional boundaries
  


• An understanding of equality and diversity with the ability to challenge discriminatory behaviour
  


• Has excellent timekeeping and understands the importance of being in work to support colleagues 

Essential Qualifications

Maths and English at GCSE level A-C (4-9) or Functional Skills equivalent

About the employer

Ormiston Ilkeston Enterprise Academy is a vibrant and supportive educational community committed to
providing high-quality learning experiences for our pupils and professional development for our staff. We
value the contribution of every team member and are proud to support early career development through
meaningful apprenticeship opportunities in a real-world school environment.

https://www.oiea.co.uk/

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