Overview
Join to apply for the Admin Assistant role at Prospere Learning Trust. This is a permanent post working 35 hours per week, all year round. This is a Grade 3 post with a starting salary of £25,185 per annum.
We’re Looking For
An Administrator who is self-motivated, flexible with an eye for detail and excellent time management. You will need experience in general reception/clerical, administrative, and financial work. You will need to be proficient with a range of ICT packages including Microsoft 365 and numeracy and literacy skills to NVQ L2 equivalent or higher. This role requires the candidate to maintain and update all administrative and information systems and processes as needed. You will also require tact and diplomacy and be able to forge excellent working relationships with the ability to relate well to both children and adults.
Main Purpose Of The Job
You will receive visitors to the school and communicate with courtesy and clarity to all staff, pupils, parents, carers, visitors, outside agencies and the wider community, including answering general telephone and face to face enquiries. You will report to the School Administration Manager and provide comprehensive administrative and financial support to the school and Senior Leadership Team. You will work collaboratively with all staff and parents in order to support pupil wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
* Arrange meetings and events and take notes at meetings to a high standard
* Assist with pupil first aid and welfare duties, including looking after sick pupils and liaising with parents and staff
* Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety, security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting concerns as soon as they arise
* Provide comprehensive administrative and financial support to the school and Senior Leadership Team; work collaboratively with all staff and parents to support pupil wellbeing
* Provide general clerical and administrative support (photocopying, filing, faxing, completing standard forms and returns to the LA and outside agencies; respond to routine correspondence)
* Maintain and update all administrative and information systems and processes; retrieve and collate information to ensure a high level of service
* Produce lists, information and data as required (e.g., pupil data, pupil reports)
* Manage mail duties (collect, distribute incoming mail; despatch outgoing mail)
* Undertake routine administration of school lettings and other uses of school premises
Additional Information
All school staff are expected to share the Trusts commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.
Benefits and Working for Prospere Learning Trust
* High quality CPD for all roles
* Bupa Level 1 Health Plan
* Generous Pension Contribution
* Holiday entitlement: 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
* Cyclescheme and other employee benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 helplines
* Credit Union and flexible working options
* Mental Health First Aid in every school
* Blue Light Card and other discounts
Visit prospere.org.uk to learn more about our Trust.
Application Information
Please apply using the online application form; CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and the vacancy may close early. As per safeguarding guidance, online checks and disclosure declarations will be required for shortlisted candidates. Right to work in the UK is required; visa sponsorship is not available. Pre-employment checks, including references, will be completed for offers.
Safeguarding Commitment: All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Equality Statement: Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
For application support please contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email LNKD1_UKTJ
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