We’re currently looking for a highly organised and motivated Administrative Assistant to join our friendly and dynamic team.
This is a permanent full time post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £21,662 and the full time equivalent is £25,185 Grade 3.
Camberwell Park is a vibrant and welcoming specialist primary school in North Manchester, providing education and support for pupils aged 311 with a range of complex needs. Our dedicated staff work closely with families to ensure every child receives personalised support and is given every opportunity to achieve their goals.
What you’ll be doing:
* Providing efficient and effective administrative and financial support across the school
* Supporting the Senior Leadership Team, teachers, and other colleagues with daily administrative tasks
* Taking a key role in the organisation of Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) meetings, including preparing agendas and accurate minute-taking
* Working closely with pupils, staff, parents, and external visitors to ensure a smooth and welcoming school environment
* Helping maintain accurate pupil data, school records, and ensuring key communication processes are in place
* Supporting the wellbeing of pupils through front-of-house duties and basic first aid
Who we’re looking for:
* Someone with strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both in person and in writing
* Confident using ICT systems including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
* Able to manage competing priorities and use initiative
* A collaborative team player who shares our values and commitment to inclusive education
* Previous experience in a school or educational setting is desirable, but not essential
How to Apply
Please follow the online application process to be considered. Interviews are scheduled to take place in person late October.
To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.
All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.
Working for Prospere Learning Trust
Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.
* High quality CPD for all roles
* Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
* Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
* Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
* Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
* Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
* Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
* Mental Health First Aid in every school
* Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
* bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk
About Prospere Learning Trust
Prospere Learning Trust is a high performing, inclusive and innovative Trust comprising of 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester.
We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all. We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them.
We are driven by our core values:
* Inclusion - we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes.
* Comprehensive education we welcome all people from our local community.
* Excellence high standards institutionally, academically and in personal development.
* Expertise great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential.
* Collaboration we believe we are stronger together.
* Reflection we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research.
At Prospere Learning Trust, we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow. We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools.
To support our staff, we come together as a collaborative learning community, with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.
Job Application Information
Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.
Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.
Safeguarding Commitment
All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Equality Statement
Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.
For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobs@prospere.org.uk.