Apprentice Business Administrator

The Governors and Headteacher of Sandilands Primary School are seeking a Business Administration Apprentice to join our team.

The successful applicant needs to be an effective team member, have lots of energy, enthusiasm and be flexible within their working day.

We require a practitioner who can provide high-quality, professional, administrative support to the school office while working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification. Under the supervision of the School Business Manager, the post holder will assist in the smooth day-to-day operation of the school’s administrative functions, acting as a welcoming first point of contact for the school community.

Sandilands Primary School prides itself on a friendly, talented and dedicated staff team committed to developing the potential of each and every one of our children. Join us on our journey and make a difference for those pupils in our community.

What we can offer you:

• A brand New School building with all the latest technology in bright and welcoming classrooms,
• An inclusive and diverse school community
• Friendly, motivated, committed and highly skilled staff
• A firm commitment to your professional development
• A supportive Senior Leadership team
• A strong focus on staff wellbeing

Safeguarding information

We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Appointments made are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references being received. References will be requested prior to interview.

Only electronically completed applications on the official school application form attached to this advert will be accepted.

Please DO NOT submit CV's.

Applications should be returned by email to jobapplications@sandilands.manchester.sch.uk by Friday 4^th September 2026.