About this role
Email: [email protected]
Headteacher: Emily Severn
Salary – National Apprenticeship wage* Apprenticeship (18-month contract), view to permanent**Full Time37 hours per week (M-F)Term Time plus 1 weekRequired for September 2026
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to start your career while making a real difference?
Chapel Green School is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Business Administrator Apprentice to join our friendly Administration and Reception Team.
At Chapel Green School, we support pupils aged 3 to 19 with moderate, severe, and profound learning difficulties. Every pupil is unique, and we are passionate about creating an environment where children feel happy, supported, and inspired to learn.
As our Business Administrator Apprentice, you will play a vital role in the smooth running of the school, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a busy and rewarding educational setting. Working alongside experienced administrative professionals, you will receive full training and ongoing support to develop the skills and confidence needed to succeed.
*National Apprenticeship minimum wage as of April 2026, £8.00p/h aged under 19 or aged 19 and over and in the first year of their apprenticeship or National Minimum Wage (£12.71p/h) aged over 19 and has completed their first year of apprenticeship.
**Initially an 18 month contract with a view to becoming permanent after the course is completed, for the right candidate
What You'll Be Doing
Providing a warm and professional reception service for visitors, parents, and staff. Supporting the administration team with a variety of clerical and administrative tasks. Undertaking word processing and document preparation duties. Assisting with day-to-day office operations to help ensure the school runs efficiently and effectively. Working collaboratively as part of a supportive and dedicated team. What We Offer
Comprehensive in-house training and mentoring. A structured learning and development programme throughout your apprenticeship. The opportunity to achieve a Level 3 NVQ in Business Administration, delivered and supported by a workplace assessor. Valuable experience within a specialist educational environment. The potential for a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship for the right candidate. A fantastic opportunity to build skills, gain recognised qualifications, and create a strong foundation for your future career. Who We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:Enthusiastic, positive, and eager to learn. Organised and able to work effectively as part of a team. Committed to supporting the values and ethos of Chapel Green School. Ready to embrace the challenges and rewarding opportunities that come with working in a specialist school environment. For further details about this post, please contact Mrs Sue Peacock, Chapel Green School, Attleborough Road, Old Buckenham, Norfolk, NR17 1RF via email as shown above.
How to apply
A job description and cover letter are available from ‘Attachments’.
To download a copy of our application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button. Alternatively, please contact Mrs Sue Peacock, Chapel Green School, Attleborough Road, Old Buckenham, Norfolk, NR17 1RF via email as shown above.
Completed forms should be returned to – [email protected]
Closing date: 10 July 2026, 12 noon
Interview date: w/c 10 August 2026
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects of all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This includes obtaining references and ensuring compliance with the DBS process.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are part of the Norfolk Well-Being scheme.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.