Admin Assistant

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Admin Assistant to join our fantastic team at MEA Central

This is a Grade 3, permanent 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 £25,583.

About the role:
We are looking for an outstanding candidate to join our administration team who works collaboratively to ensure that the schools administration runs efficiently and effectively. This position will be based on the school reception and having primary responsibility for reception duties but supporting the wider admin team providing excellent customer service to colleagues, students and the wider school community.

You will be highly organised, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with a range of different audiences, including , parents, colleagues, students and external agencies. You will need to have excellent ICT skills and administration skills so you can provide outstanding support to the team and school.

We are looking for a candidate who is excited to establish their skills in a dynamic and expanding Academy Trust, is committed to excel in a supportive environment and will engage successfully in effective professional development.

We’re looking for:

• Experience of general clerical, administrative and financial work

• Good numeracy and literacy skills

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your own workload

• Confidence using ICT systems, including Word, Excel and databases

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships

• Accuracy and attention to detail, particularly when handling data and financial information

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Flexibility and a proactive approach to work

• A commitment to safeguarding, equality and supporting pupil wellbeing

• Willingness to undertake first aid training

• Additional language skills in Arabic, Urdu and/or Punjabi are highly desirable.

Main purpose of the job:
This is a varied and rewarding role where your attention to detail and ability to multitask will make a real impact.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming visitors and handling telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries

• Providing general administrative support (photocopying, filing, data entry, correspondence)

• Arranging meetings and taking high-quality notes

• Maintaining school systems, records and display boards

• Supporting school with mail distribution and stock management

• Using ICT systems such as Word, Excel and databases

• Helping with pupil welfare and first aid (training provided)

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.

How to Apply

Please follow the online application process to be considered.

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 15% 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: Welcome to Prospere Learning Trust

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 support, contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk