The Bishop Fraser Trust

HR and Business Administration Apprentice

Grade A (£23,656 - £24,027)

37 Hours Per Week

All Year Round

Apprenticeship

Two-year fixed term contract

Required ASAP

Click on the link to apply today!

The Bishop Fraser Trust is a family of four secondary and two primary schools across Bolton and Bury in Greater Manchester. The school’s benefit from being very close together, so we all know each other well and enjoy each other’s commonalities and differences.

What we are really looking for is someone who is keen to make a difference, is keen to develop and enjoy their work and to help us achieve our mission to provide ‘Life In All Its Fullness’ for all our communities. If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to get in touch.

Are you looking to kick-start your career in business administration/ human resources? This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment, develop essential skills, and make a real difference to our schools and the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support across HR, Marketing and Governance functions, including recruitment, onboarding, and staff records management
• Assist in the preparation and processing of documentation related to HR and business operations
• Support the recruitment process, including posting job advertisements, arranging interviews, and liaising with candidates
• Help maintain accurate files and information systems, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations
• Provide general office support, including managing correspondence and maintaining office systems
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to implement administrative projects

What We Are Looking For:

• Enthusiastic and eager to learn
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks
• A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to contribute to a team environment
• A passion for developing a career in business administration and HR
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C/4 or above

Why Choose Us?

• Opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining a nationally recognised qualification
• Mentorship and training from experienced professionals in the education sector
• Supportive and inclusive work environment
• The chance to make a positive impact on the future of education
• Progression opportunities within a growing Multi-Academy Trust

If you're ready to begin an exciting career in business administration and HR within the education sector, we’d love to hear from you!

Application information:

For more information, or for an informal chat about the role please contact Nicola McGonagle, Director of People please get in touch by emailing nicola.mcgonagle@tbft.uk

To apply please complete the application form. Please do not send CV’s as they will not be considered.

Please ensure that you show how you meet items on the person specification and explaining why you are applying for this post. Please also include in your application why you want to work in our Trust, why you are the best candidate for this post and what you would contribute to our Trust and schools, with examples from your recent work if possible.

Submit your application form as early as possible, as the vacancy may close early if sufficient suitable candidates apply.

The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.

Closing date: Thursday 10^th April 2025 at 9am