At North West Academies Trust we specialise in providing high quality education. Based in Chester, we are a multi-academy trust, consisting of 12 primary and secondary schools across Cheshire and Shropshire.

Are you a school or college leaver looking to start your career in a busy and rewarding office environment? Or maybe looking for a change of career?
At North West Academies Trust, we are looking for a motivated and organised Business Admin Apprentice to join our small, friendly team at our Chester city centre office.
This role offers hands-on experience across a range of departments such as Communications/Marketing, Finance, and HR while working towards the achievement of Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard.

• Support the central office team with admin duties
• Answer phone calls and emails in a professional and friendly manner
• Liaise with schools, trustees, and external stakeholders
• Schedule meetings and events
• Assist in preparing reports, presentations and meeting notes
• Support Communications Officer with planning and organising events
• Operating standard IT systems and equipment (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• The North West Academies trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

• 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above), including English and Maths
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Able to manage confidential information with discretion
• Experience in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Social Media / Video knowledge desirable but not essential
• Willingness to learn
• Self-motivated and well organised with the ability to plan and prioritise own workload
• Friendly and approachable
• Teamworking
• Punctual

• Term-Time Only Working
• Medicash
• Progression opportunity
• Work from home on a Friday
• City centre office
• Small team of 8-10