Hurstmere School wish to appoint an enthusiastic Office Administrator Apprentice to provide support services to our Main Reception area, to start with immediate effect.

This position is to support the administration function of the school. The successful applicant should have good customer service, an attention to detail and demonstrate that they can work well within a team, under the direction of the Office Manager.

This is a full time (37 hours per week), fixed term role, Term Time Only + 1 week, paid based on the Apprentice National Minimum Wage. The rate of pay will be reviewed annually in April in line with the nationally agreed salaries. 

The working pattern will consist of Monday-Friday, 7:30 - 15:30.

The successful candidate will complete on the job training alongside undertaking an apprenticeship qualification. This is to be discussed further at interview level. 

This position is temporary for the duration of the apprenticeship. 

Our school motto ‘Believe and Achieve’ represents our unwavering commitment towards our pupils and staff becoming the very best versions of themselves, achieving their full potential. As a school, we set our standards high and do not compromise.

What can we offer you? 

The successful candidate will be someone who has high expectations and is genuinely passionate about education. In return, we can promise an investment in you and your future, offering a competitive remuneration package, providing first class professional development and career opportunities.  

We value our staff and actively support their professional development and have redesigned our working week to place even greater emphasis on employee development. You will have access to ongoing professional development including accredited courses. If you are looking to extend your experience and would be interested in joining our team, we would be delighted to hear from you.  

Benefits of Working with The Howard Academy Trust 

We care about the personal and professional wellbeing of our staff, and are pleased to offer: 

• Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to Benenden Healthcare
• Free Flu Jabs
• Free Health Checks 
• Access EarlyPay
• Mindfulness Taster Sessions
• Skills Network of 30 Free Level 2 8 – 12 week courses
• Discounted gym membership at PureGym and Avenue Tennis, Gillingham
• CPD afternoons
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders
• Free parking on all our sites

If you require any further information, please contact the school office by calling 020 83005665 or via email to info@hurstmere.org.uk 

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.