Central Services Senior Administrator
Working Hours: 30 hours per week, term time + 2 weeks (to be worked over 5 days with additional working during school closures as per business need). Base: Central Team Office (currently based at St John’s CE Primary School).
Grade: 8, £27,711 - £30,060 (actual salary £20,252 - £21,969 with pay award pending).
Contract: Permanent
Required From: 1st September 2025
About the Role
The Sycamore CE Trust seeks to appoint a proactive and highly motivated Central Services Senior Administrator to join our Trust Central Team. In this role, you will support various business projects, demonstrating drive and initiative to complete varied and complex tasks. You will work closely with senior leaders and the Central Services Coordinator to support functions including Finance, HR, Teaching and Learning, and Operations.
Key Responsibilities
* Prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, ensure compliance, and manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
* Provide exceptional administrative and strategic support across operational functions.
* Support stakeholders through high-quality documentation and effective communication.
Candidate Requirements
* Proven experience in a varied, fast-paced operational role.
* Strong administrative and strategic support skills.
* Proactive attitude with meticulous attention to detail.
* Excellent communication skills supporting diverse stakeholders in person, online, and through documentation.
* Embrace the iCare values of our Trust.
What We Offer
* A collaborative, supportive team valuing your contributions.
* Trust-wide CPD opportunities for professional development.
* The chance to make a positive impact across our school communities.
* Experience across Finance, HR, Operations, and Teaching and Learning.
* Access to wellbeing services including counselling, flu jabs, online GP, and physiotherapy.
Application Process
For an informal chat, contact Jo Seddon, Director of Operations, or Tina Powell, HR Operational Lead, at 0161 723 1078 option 3 or via email at recruitment@thesycamoretrust.co.uk. The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy early if a high number of strong applications are received. We encourage early applications.
Apply through our website: Vacancies | The Sycamore Trust or directly at: https://candidates.every.education/Vacancies/Details?advertKey=39fde236-e108-4ca0-a870-7c2c8bfedd91. Paper applications and CVs will not be accepted. Contact us if you experience issues with the electronic application system.
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