Roselands Primary School

Are you organised, friendly, and eager to start a career in school administration? Roselands Primary School is seeking an Admin Support Apprentice to join our busy and welcoming office team. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a school environment while working towards a recognised qualification, delivered in conjunction with South Devon College.

As an apprentice, you will be supported to develop a wide range of administrative and customer service skills, helping to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office. You will be part of a supportive and professional team, contributing to a positive first impression for pupils, parents, staff, and visitors.

At Roselands Primary School, part of the Riviera Education Trust, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, inclusive, and high-achieving school. Working within the Trust provides opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across our schools - Oldway, Roselands, and Shiphay, enhancing professional learning and career development.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is enthusiastic, approachable, and keen to learn new skills;
• Has good communication and organisational abilities;
• Works well as part of a team and shows attention to detail;
• Can use initiative and remain calm under pressure;
• Is committed to providing excellent customer service and maintaining confidentiality.

The successful candidate will:

• Provide a warm and professional welcome to pupils, parents, visitors, and staff;
• Answer telephone and email enquiries efficiently and courteously;
• Support administrative functions such as attendance, communication systems, post, and general office tasks;
• Assist with pupil record-keeping, DBS checks, and other safeguarding procedures;
• Provide administrative support to the Head of School and Senior Office Administrator;
• Gain experience using digital systems such as Arbor, ParentPay, and Seesaw.

We can offer you:

• A supportive team and welcoming working environment;
• Valuable experience within a professional school office setting;
• Training and development opportunities through your apprenticeship programme with South Devon College;
• The chance to be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust.

Position details:

Hours:  30 hours per week (inclusive of day release for college)  08.30 - 15.30 (1 hour for lunch)
Weeks:   39 weeks per year
Salary:    £7.55 per hour during the first year of the apprenticeship, regardless of age. Annual salary: £10,158.52 (based on contracted hours and weeks per year)
Closing date:  Monday, 1 December 2025 @ 09.00
Start date:  January 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Further information is provided in the job description below.

To apply, please download and complete the application form below and send it to:

HR Department
Riviera Education Trust
Oldway Primary School
Higher Polsham Road
Paignton, TQ3 2SY

Email: applications@rivieraet.co.uk

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please contact Pippa Bastock, Head of School.

Riviera Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.