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Administration assistant

Swinton (Greater Manchester)
Consilium Academies
Administration
Posted: 8h ago
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Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as an Administration Assistant, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our busy and vibrant school. As an Administration Assistant, you'll play a key part in providing high-quality administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of our school. Working alongside the Administration and Operations Managers, you'll be the first point of contact for staff, students, parents, and visitors - providing a professional, welcoming, and helpful service at all times.


Responsibilities

* Supporting general administrative functions such as reception duties, mail handling, and maintaining school records.
* Managing communications with parents, students, and staff through phone, email, and school messaging systems.
* Assisting with school events, trips, and enrichment activities.
* Supporting reprographics and the creation of high-quality printed materials in line with Moorside's branding.
* Helping with ParentPay management and first aid provision (training provided).
* Ensuring all administrative systems run smoothly to support the wider school community.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised, proactive, and people-focused individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and making a real difference in the lives of young people.


Qualifications and attributes

* Has strong interpersonal and communication skills.
* Can manage a range of tasks efficiently and stay calm under pressure.
* Is confident using ICT systems such as Microsoft Office and databases.
* Works well independently and as part of a team.
* Understands the importance of confidentiality and professionalism.
* Brings a positive attitude and a genuine commitment to supporting our students and staff.
* Experience working in a school environment would be an advantage, but it's not essential – what matters most is your enthusiasm, reliability, and willingness to learn.


About Consilium Academies and Moorside High School

Moorside High School is a thriving 11-16 school with over 1,200 students. We are part of Consilium Academies, a family of nine schools across the North of England, united by our mission to "Enrich Lives and Inspire Ambitions." We are proud of our inclusive ethos and strong community spirit, guided by our values of Consideration, Aspiration, Resilience, and Equality. Our modern, state-of-the-art campus provides an inspiring environment where staff and students flourish together. We are rated "Good" by Ofsted (March 2022) and continue to grow as part of the Consilium Academies family. As Principal Mrs Helen Ryles-Dean says: "Moorside High School is a fantastic place to work. We are ambitious for our students and passionate about continual improvement. There is an energy and a commitment here to do something truly special."

About Consilium Academies: Consilium Academies is a Multi-Academy Trust committed to Excellence, Equality, and Integrity. With schools across Salford, South Yorkshire, and the North East, we work collaboratively to ensure every student—regardless of background—has access to an excellent education and equal opportunity to thrive. We invest heavily in professional development through our Centre for Professional Learning, offering staff at every level the chance to grow and achieve their career aspirations.


Application requirements and safeguarding

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer. We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education. Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants. The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector fluency duty requires state funded schools to ensure candidates for their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.


Benefits

* A supportive, collaborative working environment
* Access to professional learning and career development
* Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme
* Access to wellbeing support and staff benefits
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