[220630D] Data Administrator

Millbay Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint a Data Administrator to join the School in September 2022.

Post: Data Administrator

Location: Millbay Academy, 22 Millbay Road, Millbay, Plymouth PL1 3EG

FTE Salary Range: NJC Grade C, Point 5 – 7, £19,650 - £20,444, per annum pro-rata

Actual Salary: £9,411 - £9,792 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent, part time; term-time (39 weeks per year)

Contract Hours: 20 hours per week; Monday to Friday

About the role

Millbay Academy is an all through primary to secondary school and is looking to recruit a data administrator as part of the admin team that supports the whole school on a range of administrative duties. 

The job involves working within recognised procedures and will be focused on maintenance of manual and computerised records/management systems including input and collection of student progress data and production of data reports and financial administration and undertaking specific duties that support the day to day administrative operations of the school. 

About the successful candidate

This is a great opportunity for a self-motivated, dedicated, analytical person who is very well organised and with a can-do attitude.   We are looking for people who have the following experience and qualities:

• NVQ Level 2 in Administration or equivalent qualification or experience
• GCSE Mathematics and English – Grade C and above or equivalent
• Experience of manual and computerised record/information systems and experience of data input and production of reports
• Good knowledge of general computer packages including spreadsheets and databases and office equipment e.g. Microsoft Office, photocopier, telephones etc.
• Good keyboarding skills for the production of routine correspondence and emails with occasional typing
• Strong analytical skills and good attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to exchange information with a range of audiences (e.g. staff, students, parents and others) including whilst covering reception
• Previous experience of working in a school, whilst is not essential would be desirable. 

About the School

Millbay Academy is an all-through school in Plymouth’s Coastal Quarter. This is a place where everyone is important and where every moment counts. Our values will underpin all that we do: we will provide a stimulating learning environment where children will feel safe, happy and consequently thrive. High Street Primary is close by and is a small and rapidly improving academy, with a warm, caring and friendly ethos, and also a nursery.  From September 2021 the two schools formed an exciting Federation.  

We are passionate advocates of all-through education. Through this, we will be able to serve our community and families, ensuring an excellent educational experience with continuity and progression. All-through education offers many unique opportunities, including shared experiences, powerful role models and the in-depth knowledge of subject specialists. Millbay Academy has a PAN of 1020 and High Street Primary 210.

About the Trust

Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education.  We operate 14 academies in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Dorset and Wiltshire.  We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows. 

Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them.  We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation.  

Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.

 

Next Steps

If you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling Carrie Carpenter, Operations Manager on 07483 349935 or email at ccarpenter@millbayacademy.org Or contact the Recruitment team on 07759365064 or emailing us at recruitment@reachsouth.org. 

Closing date: for applications is Sunday 17th July 2022 

Interview Date: Interviews are provisionally booked for Friday 22nd July 2022

To apply for this opportunity, please complete our online application form which can be found on the Tes Website click ‘quick apply’ on the advert.

We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.

Opportunities and Benefits  

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.  

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will have the chance to visit other local schools, work alongside a range of outside professionals and take part in a variety of e-learning and face-to-face training. 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Each post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. 

Reach South Academy Trust has an Equal Opportunities Policy for selection and recruitment. Applicants are requested to complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring section of the application form before submitting.  

Please note that Reach South Academy Trust is a licenced Sponsor for CoS applications and therefore can consider applications from candidates eligible to apply for Teaching and Teaching Leadership roles (only). For all other roles applicants are required to provide the required documentation where a candidate does not need a Skilled Worker Visa.