Apprentice Admin Assistant

Company: Durham County Council
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Location: North East
Job Description:

Apprentice Admin Assistant

Temporary contract for approximately 18 months. Full time, term‑time only. Required to start September 2026.

Responsibilities

The objective of the team is to ensure the highest possible standards of admin support and front‑of‑house reception at the school.

Qualifications

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a busy office environment.
  • Willingness to study a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to study a Level 3 Apprenticeship in Business Administration.
  • Supportive network of colleagues and access to training and CPD.

Salary and Working Hours

Standard term‑time only pay is calculated on the basis of the following:

  • Number of ‘teaching’ weeks – 38 weeks.
  • Public (bank) holidays – 1.6 weeks (8 days).
  • Individual leave entitlement – 5.4 weeks (27 days) or 6.4 weeks (32 days) depending on continuous service.

Individuals with less than 5 years’ service receive 27 days annual leave; those with more than 5 years receive 32 days. Pay is issued in 12 equal monthly instalments.

Commitments and EEO Statements

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and successful applicants will need to apply for an enhanced DBS disclosure.

As a disability confident employer, we are committed to employing disabled people and those with health conditions, making reasonable adjustments to support disabled applicants when required.

Application Information

This post is not open to job share.

Closing date for applications: Monday 1st June 2026.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026