St. Bernadette’s Catholic Primary SchoolGorseway,Off Foliage Road,Brinnington,StockportSK5 8ARTel: 0161 430 4601headteacher@st-bernadettes.stockport.sch.uk
Job Title: Business Administration ApprenticeStart Date:5th October 2026Salary: National Apprentice Rate under 18 yrs £ 8 per hour 18-20 yrs £10.25 21yrs and over £12.71Hours:31.5 hours per weekWorking Pattern: term time Mon-Thurs 9.30am 4.30pm Friday 9.30am 3.30pmContract type: Fixed Term duration of the apprenticeshipClosing date: 11th September 2026 9.00amInterview Date: 15th September 2026
The Governors and Headteacher at St. Bernadette’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice. The purpose of the job: To provide high-quality, professional, administrative support to the school office while working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification. Under the supervision of the School Business Manager, the post holder will assist in the smooth day-to-day operation of the school’s administrative functions, acting as a welcoming first point of contact for the school community.
In return we can offer you:
- a caring and positive environment inspired by our strong Catholic ethos
- happy and hard-working pupils who love to learn and are a pleasure to teach
- highly supportive parents
- governors who are committed and work hard to ensure the continued success of the school
- an extremely talented and hard-working team dedicated to making a difference to every child
- Salary will be the national apprentice rate for age.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
- Reception and Customer ServiceAct as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and contractors, ensuring a professional, warm, and secure welcome.Answer telephone calls and handle general enquiries, transferring calls to appropriate staff or taking clear, accurate messages.Liaise with pupils arriving at the office, providing basic first aid support (if trained/required) or directing them to appropriate staff.Ensure the reception area remains tidy, professional, and stocked with up-to-date school information.
- Administrative SupportProcess incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.Provide general clerical support, including photocopying, scanning, laminating, filing, and shredding.Assist in maintaining accurate student records using the school’s Management Information System SIMSAssist in entering attendance data
- Finance and Systems SupportAssist in processing school dinner bookings, trip payments, or club registrations using school payment software School Spider.Help input basic financial information, such as purchase orders, invoices and BACS payments under the guidance of the School Business Manager.
- Safeguarding, Security, and ComplianceStrictly adhere to the school’s safeguarding policies, ensuring all visitors sign in and out and are issued appropriate identification badges.Maintain absolute confidentiality regarding student, staff, and school records in compliance with Data Protection regulations (GDPR).
General Institutional Expectations
Professional Development: Attend and actively participate in all training sessions and meetings required for the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship.School Ethos: Support and promote the values, vision, and ethos of the school.Health & Safety: Be aware of and comply with policies relating to health and safety, reporting any concerns immediately to the designated lead.
Visits to school are warmly welcomed and positively encouraged. Please contact Sinead Jones, Headteacher for further information on 0161 430 4601 headteacher@st-bernadettes.stockport.sch.ukThe successful applicant will be offered an exciting opportunity to develop their own career with guaranteed professional development opportunities working alongside a highly motivated and supportive staff team.This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.The successful applicant’s appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Stockport Council Valuing Diversity
Closing Date: Friday 11th September 2026 9amInterview date: 15/09/2026
Supporting Documents
Job Description/person specification
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