Academy Administration Apprentice

Charles Read Academy is now recruiting for an Academy Administration Apprentice. This role could be your next career opportunity.

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

• To complete general clerical and administrative tasks for the academy under the direction or instruction of senior staff
• Able to maintain the strictest confidentiality and integrity at all times
• Sensitivity when collaborating work with colleagues at all levels
• Highly organised and efficient and able to work to tight deadlines, often under pressure
• To work with the Senior Administrator or Academy Operations Manager to implement an organised and logical filing system for reports, internal communications, minutes of meetings and Parental letters.
• To provide meeting support for the Principal and SLT to- Produce and circulate agenda documents and pre-read information packs. Collate and print information from internal and external stakeholders. Produce minutes in a timely manner. Ensure that room set-up and hospitality is provided as required.
• To successfully complete a recognised qualification as part of an apprenticeship scheme.
• To provide administrative support to the Academy team, dealing with confidential and sensitive issues in a timely, professional and competent manner.
• To support the Principal and support the wider staff team as appropriate.
• To support the Principal and SLT with coordinating events including, but not limited to, Opening Evenings, Parents Evenings and Music Concerts.
• To respond to reports of accidents and injuries and escalate legal claims where appropriate.
• To provide a ‘keyboard resource’ including: typing letters, building and maintaining records and preparing files to support the staff team to meet internal and external deadlines as required.
• To undertake general administration duties including photocopying, scanning and filing and front of house reception presence.

Apprentice contract fixed term, full time, term time only

About our Academy

‘This is a school where staff want the very best for all pupils. There is a strong sense of community. Leaders are ambitious for what pupils can achieve. The values and culture of the school are woven through every aspect of school life.’- Ofsted Feb 2022

Do you want to be part of a family team who are committed to working together to deliver opportunities for all no matter what background?

‘Pupils are proud of the school and want to do well. Behaviour in the school is excellent. The atmosphere in lessons is calm. Pupils and staff treat each other with mutual respect. Bullying is rare. Staff deal with it well.’

Salary & Benefits

• Apprentice Wage- hourly rate between £6.40 - £11.44 depending on experience
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform
• holiday discounts
• cinema tickets
• restaurant booking discounts

Who we are looking for

Educated to GCSE-level/ NVQ-level 2 or equivalent, including English and Maths

To be a skilled user of Microsoft Office, with the ability to produce, create and edit documents using Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook

Proven experience as an office assistant or in another relevant administrative role with a good understanding of office procedures would be desirable

Proven organisational and time management skills- e.g experience organising meetings

Experience of working within a fast-paced environment with skill

Be flexible in your duties to the demands of the office/ academy

Confidence communicating face to face, on the phone or email

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust () mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click 'here'.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.