Admin and Reprographics Assistant

37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only + 5 days

As a Reprographics Assistant, you will be responsible for providing an efficient and up-to-date reprographics and learning resources service to students and staff. At the request of colleagues, you will support with the production and delivery of internal exam papers, booklets and leaflets as required. In this role, you will be expected to maintain all reprographics equipment to ensure it is in working order, managing the costs of materials and monitoring the stock levels of relevant stationery and equipment.

Alongside the reprographics duties, you will be part of the main school reception team. As such, you will support effective communication across academy teams, ensuring pupils receive the support they require, dealing with queries from parents, composing academy letters, ordering supplies, preparing items for postage and ensuring all visitors to the academy follow the sign-in procedure and have the appropriate security clearance.

As this is a forward-facing role, you should provide an exceptional front-of-house service for our academy. You must be approachable and welcoming along with having excellent organisational skills, confidence, the ability to communicate confidently and an understanding of safeguarding children.

About the Academy

Outwood Academy Redcar welcomes students aged 11–16, located in the coastal town of Redcar near Middlesbrough in the North-East region.

Outwood Academy Redcar is a forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to fostering innovation and creativity among students. We strive to provide a comprehensive and inspiring learning environment where students can develop technical skills and a passion for design and technology, preparing them for future challenges in a rapidly evolving world.

Our academy is known for its warm and supportive environment, with a focus on inclusion and providing opportunities and experiences beyond the classroom for our students. There is a real sense of togetherness within the team of staff, who work closely to consistently manage our high standards, creating a calm environment conducive to learning and achievement.

Responsibilities

This dual role focuses on delivering an efficient reprographics and learning resources service. Key technical duties involve photocopying materials for staff and students, including internal exam papers, and maintaining all reprographics machinery, undertaking routine maintenance and ordering supplies.

The Assistant provides general clerical and administrative support, assists with internal and external meeting arrangements (including minute-taking), and administers the academy’s postal system. Other duties include ordering stationery, managing academy displays, and liaising with the finance department regarding recharging.

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Qualifications

Candidates must possess considerable experience working in an administration/office environment, specifically including experience using photocopying equipment. The role requires the ability to communicate effectively and build positive relationships with colleagues and the critical capacity to respect and maintain confidentiality.

Furthermore, proficiency in using standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office, and the ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines is essential.

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About Us

Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).

We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work/life balance:

• Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.

• Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days’ holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term-time staff (holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis).

• Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental wellbeing strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive employee assistance programme.

If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.

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If you are interested or have any further questions regarding the role, we invite you to contact us at Outwood Academy Redcar by emailing Kim Pegden via k.pegden@redcar.outwood.com

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Closing date: Midday on 26 March 2026.

Interview date: 2 April 2026.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.