Apprentice Business Support Officer (Level 3 Administration) - The Mast Academy Trust – Small Schools

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Small School’s (Birdsedge First School, Grange Moor Primary School, Scholes Junior & Infant School

Hours

32.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) – term time only

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Small School’s (Birdsedge First School, Grange Moor Primary School, Scholes Junior & Infant School

Position type

Temporary

Length of contract

Level 5 – 18 months duration

Grade

£8.00 per hour (in line with apprenticeship rates)

Salary

£8.00 per hour (in line with apprenticeship rates)

Advert Wording

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of The Mast Academy Trust

Apprentice Business Support Officer (Level 3)

The Mast Academy Trust – Small Schools

The Mast Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and reliable individual to join our team as an Apprentice Business Support Officer, starting in September 2026.

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin a career in administration within education, gaining valuable experience while working towards a Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship qualification.

You will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of our schools, ensuring effective and efficient administrative and business support across multiple sites

In This Role You Will

• Provide front-of-house reception support and respond to enquiries from parents, staff and visitors
• Carry out a range of administrative duties including producing documents, maintaining records and supporting school systems
• Assist with the organisation of school activities and events
• Support data management, filing systems and resource coordination
• Handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
  
  

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same, and you will be fully supported to develop your skills and experience.

We Are Looking For Someone Who

• Is organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload
• Has good communication and customer service skills
• Is confident using IT systems (or willing to learn)
• Can work flexibly across multiple sites
• Is able to handle confidential information with discretion
• Is committed to safeguarding and supporting a safe school environment
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential due to travel between sites.
  
  

What We Can Offer You

• A warm, welcoming and supportive school environment
• A structured Level 3 apprenticeship programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to Trust-wide support and wellbeing services
• The opportunity to begin and develop a career in education
• Automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced occupational benefits (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave)
• Automatic enrolment into our Employer Assistance Programme which gives you and your family members free access to Health and Wellbeing Services.
  
  

About

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Claire Gray, HR Partner on 01484 598898 or email:

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Closing date

02 July 2026, 9:00 AM

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