Business Administration Apprenticeship

At Preston College we are thrilled to announce we have an exciting opportunity to join our Apprenticeship Team as a Business Administration Apprentice. This is a unique chance for personal and professional development for a forward thinking individual who want to make a real impact. We are a vibrant, hardworking team, that’s deeply passionate about everything we do. Our environment is supportive and caring, where team players thrive and look out for one another. If you’re looking to be part of a team that celebrates success together, and a place where dedication meets collaboration, and where every day brings energy and purpose, we’d love for you to join us

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual to join us in the Preston College Apprenticeship Administration Team. They will become involved in the administration and data management of apprenticeships that we deliver at Preston College and will have opportunities to get involved in events both inside and outside of the College where they will engage with the wide range of employers and apprentices we work with.

At Preston College our vision is ‘to transform lives through education’, and we take great pride in supporting all of our learners to achieve the qualifications they need, alongside the development of technical skills and knowledge that employers and universities are looking for.

We are rated Good by Ofsted and have been recognised as making a ‘strong’ contribution to skills. We are ambitious in seeking excellent outcomes for our students, communities, employers and staff.

We have a strong College culture, underpinned by five key values developed with our diverse body of staff;

• Welcoming and inclusive
• Supportive and compassionate
• Aspirational for our learners, ourselves and each other
• Act with integrity and transparency
• Be accountable

With Good financial health, the College provides generous terms and conditions that are intended to attract, motivate and retain the best people in delivery of our strategic objectives.

Our Board of Governors is committed to an ambitious Three Year Plan, which sets out our aspirations from  2023 to 2026.

Job Title:         Business Administration Apprentice – Apprenticeship Team

Salary:             Dependant on Age from £14,567- £23,562

There will be an opportunity for progression within this pay range.

(depending on qualifications and experience).

Hours:                                                37 hours per week, Permanent, 1.0 FTE       

Closing Date for Applications:        13th July 2025

Interview Date:                                  22nd July 2025

If you feel that this exciting opportunity is the right fit for you, then we look forward to your application. 

The successful candidate for this appointment will be required to apply for appropriate disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring service.

About us:

Our mission is to inspire, educate and support our diverse community to reach its potential. We pride ourselves on our community focus, with a diverse mix of students and staff, and plan our curriculum and other activities to give everyone the chance to truly achieve what they are capable of. We believe that we are inspirational in what we do, and that the support we offer to both our students and our staff is second to none.

What we offer:

Preston College has achieved a prestigious ‘Gold’ award by Investors in People, and we have a wide range of benefits for staff. Some of these are outlined below. For a full list visit www.preston.ac.uk/jobs

• Professional Development Opportunities including staff days and supported CPD.
• Opportunities to obtain qualifications essential to your role and support to achieve them.
• Opportunities for career and pay progression, including annual cost of living increases.
• Generous Annual Leave entitlement.
• Local Government Pension Scheme / Teacher’s Pension Scheme.
• Family friendly college policies including special leave, career break, job share and flexible working (role dependent).
• Free car parking.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Access to health and fitness suite, hair and beauty treatments and PNE children’s holiday club all based at Preston College.