Graduate intern jobs

The Corporate Volunteer Intern will be the first point of contact for companies interested in organising employee volunteering days with Trees for Cities. 

You will support the coordination of our corporate volunteering programme, from responding to enquiries and managing bookings to helping plan and deliver volunteering events. Working with colleagues across the organisation, you will maintain accurate records, prepare communications and help ensure corporate volunteers have a welcoming and rewarding experience. 

This varied, hands-on internship combines office-based coordination with opportunities to support outdoor tree-planting and urban-greening activities. Training and support will be provided, helping you develop practical experience in project management, events, corporate partnerships, fundraising and urban forestry. 

ABOUT TREES FOR CITIES 

Trees for Cities is an ambitious, far-reaching organisation. 

Trees for Cities is the only charity dedicated to improving lives by planting, protecting and promoting urban trees. We do this by working closely with communities, landowners, partners and funders to deliver transformational

change in towns and cities across the UK and overseas. We plant trees in schools, streets, estates, parks and open spaces to create nature-rich urban woodland, hedgerows, orchards, avenues and playgrounds. We are a rapidly growing and developing organisation that suits ambitious, dedicated and passionate staff.

ABOUT YOU 

We’re looking for an organised, proactive and enthusiastic person who communicates confidently and enjoys working with a range of people. You’ll be able to manage different tasks and priorities, use your initiative and work effectively both independently and with colleagues. 

You do not need a degree or previous experience in fundraising or the environmental sector. We value skills gained through paid work, volunteering, education, community activities, caring responsibilities and personal projects. You should be willing to learn, comfortable using standard IT systems and motivated by our work to create healthier, greener cities. 

Trees for Cities is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. We value diversity and are committed to promoting diversity within the workplace. We aim to ensure that our employees achieve their full potential and that all employment decisions, including recruitment, are taken without reference to irrelevant or discriminatory criteria. A full copy of our Equal Opportunities Policy can be provided on request. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Please visit our website to view a full job description. To apply, use the application link below to submit your CV and supporting statement (no more than 2 sides of A4) outlining why you are interested in the role and your fit with the Person Specification.

Please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role, you must therefore have a valid right to work in the UK to apply. 

Deadline to apply: Monday 17 August 2026 at 9am.

Interviews scheduled for: w/c 24th August with flexibility around candidate holidays. 

Apply here

If you are shortlisted for interview, you will normally be contacted within two weeks after applying. If you do not hear from us within this period then you should assume that on this occasion you have not been selected for interview. 

Trees for Cities is the first UK environmental organisation to have been awarded social value management certification. Trees for Cities is an equal opportunities employer. Registered Charity No: 1032154. 

No Agencies Please. 

College Administrator  

Job Title 

College Administrator 

Department 

Business Operations

Responsible to 

Head of College

Contract Type 

Term Time Only + 2 Weeks (permanent, part-year contract) 

Hours of Work 

9 - 4:30 pm 

Salary 

£26,754- £34, 497 FTE.

Pro rata salary for 41 weeks (39+2) £23,640 - £30,481 

Location 

Salford/ Holyoake House Manchester

Job Purpose 

To provide a comprehensive and efficient administrative service to the college, with particular responsibility for the coordination of examinations and accreditation of administration. The postholder will act as the main point of contact for the examination board(s) and will liaise closely with the Local Authority on matters relating to V10 submissions and funding arrangements for learners with additional needs, ensuring the college meets its statutory and contractual reporting obligations. 

Contract and Working Pattern 

• Term time only, plus an additional two weeks to support pre-term preparation and post-term completion of administrative and examinations work (e.g. results processing, enrolment preparation). 

• Exact working weeks to be confirmed annually in line with the college's published term dates, and the two additional weeks agreed with the line manager. 

• Some flexibility around working hours may be required during college events and open days. 

Key Responsibilities 

1. General College Administration 

• Provide day-to-day administrative support across the college, including correspondence, filing, data entry, and record-keeping. 

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records on the college's Management Information System (MIS). 

• Act as a point of contact for students, parents/carers, staff and visitors, responding to queries professionally and promptly. 

• Support the organisation of college events, meetings and open days, including room bookings, minute-taking and distribution of papers. 

• Order, monitor and maintain office supplies and administrative resources as required. 

• Support other college teams as required during peak periods (e.g. enrolment, induction). 

• Coordinate applications for learner bursaries and free school meals, ensuring eligible learners are identified and supported through the application process in a timely and accurate manner. 

•  Liaise with relevant staff and external agencies to maintain up-to-date records and ensure compliance with funding and reporting requirements 

• Oversee and provide mentorship to the Business Administrative apprentice and Office support worker 

2. Examinations and Accreditation Administration 

• Coordinate the administration of internal and external accredited courses, tests and assessments in line with awarding body regulations and the college's examinations policy. 

• Maintain accurate examination entry data, including candidate registration, entries, withdrawals and amendments within awarding body deadlines 

• Process and distribute examination results, certificates and related documentation to learners and relevant staff. 

• Support the coordination of access arrangements and reasonable adjustments for learners, in line with awarding body and Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) requirements. 

• Maintain accurate records to support internal and external quality assurance, moderation, and accreditation processes. 

• Assist with the preparation of evidence and documentation for accreditation of visits, audits, and inspections. 

3. Liaison with the Examination Board 

• Act as the college's day-to-day administrative contact with the relevant examination board(s), including submission of entries, amendments and results of queries. 

• Monitor examination board for correspondence, circulars and deadline updates, and communicate relevant changes to teaching and management staff. 

• Coordinate the submission of non-exam assessment and moderation samples in line with examination board requirements. 

• Support the resolution of any queries, discrepancies or appeals relating to examination entries or results. 

4. Liaison with the Local Authority 

• Liaise with the Local Authority regarding funding submissions and associated data returns, ensuring accuracy and adherence to reporting deadlines. 

• Support the collation and submission of information required for the funding of learners with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and other additional needs, including high needs/top-up funding claims. 

• Maintain accurate records of additional needs funding allocations, reviews and Local Authority correspondence for individual learners. 

• Work closely with the SENCO/Head of College to ensure funding documentation reflects learners' current needs and provision. 

• Act as an administrative point of contact for Local Authority officers on funding, placement and review queries, escalating to Head of College as appropriate. 

• Support annual reviews and audits relating to additional needs of funding, ensuring evidence files are complete and accessible. 

5. Health, Safety and Safeguarding 

1. Help maintain a safe, healthy and secure working and learning environment for staff, visitors and interns/work placement learners, in line with the college's health and safety policy. 

1. Act in accordance with the college's safeguarding and child protection policy at all times, treating safeguarding as everyone's responsibility. 

1. Support the safeguarding of interns, work placement learners and other students on college premises or external placements, including maintaining accurate placement, DBS, and induction records. 

1. Recognise and respond appropriately to signs that an intern may be at risk of harm, escalating concerns promptly to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) in line with the college's procedures. 

1. Contribute to a positive, respectful, and inclusive working culture that safeguards the wellbeing of all learners, interns, and colleagues. 

Person Specification 

Essential 

• Good general education, including GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above. 

• Proven administrative experience, ideally within a school, college or education setting. 

• Experience of, or willingness to quickly learn, examinations, administration processes and awarding body systems. 

• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines and maintain accuracy under pressure. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise professionally with external bodies (examination boards, Local Authority). 

• Competent user of Microsoft Office and Management Information Systems (MIS). 

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, particularly with data handling and record-keeping. 

• Understanding and commitment to, safeguarding and confidentiality in an education setting. 

Desirable 

• Experience of examinations of administration and awarding body portals (e.g. entries, results, access arrangements). 

• Knowledge of Local Authority funding processes for learners with SEND, including EHCP top-up/high needs funding. 

• Experience of working with an Examinations Officer or awarding body directly. 

• Relevant administrative or examinations qualification (e.g. Certificate in Education Administration, JCQ Examinations Officer training). 

Other Requirements 

• This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. 

• The postholder will be required to work flexibly during registration and External Quality Assurance Visits, which may occasionally fall close to term boundaries. 

• Commitment to ongoing professional development, including attendance at relevant examination board and Local Authority training/updates.