Project Support and Events Assistant

Delta Academies Trust are looking to appoint a Project Support and Events Assistant to join us, as soon as possible, on full time, permanent basis. This role will be based at Education House in Knottingley, travel to Goole will be expected. 

As Projects and Events Assistant, you will support the Trust’s Core Team in relation to administration, coordination, planning and control of Trust wide projects and events and offering recommendations for procedural improvements where relevant. You will be responsible for the day-to-day support of the Science Equipment Distribution Project, including the procurement, delivery, collation, packing, distribution, and maintenance of all resources. You will assist with events including reception and meet and greet duties and associated administration. 

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Further information about the role is available by referring to the job description however informal discussions in relation the role is welcomed by calling Gemma Scothern, Director of Operations on 0345 196 0033

Holiday Entitlement, minimum 35 days (subject to pro rata if working part time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.

Financial, offering unlimited access to a huge range of discounts on holidays, days out, retailer and cashback deals inc. Curry’s, John Lewis, Tesco and B&Q to name but a few.

Lifestyle and Wellbeing, discounted & flexible gym memberships, eye care vouchers, cycle 2 work/Technology scheme, free annual flu jab and 24/7 access to a market leading Employee Assistance Programme providing expert information specialist advisors trained by Citizens Advice and access to professionally qualified counsellors accredited by the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Motoring, access to an employee vehicle leasing scheme*, discounted vehicle repairs and discounts on car/van hire.

Pension, excellent employer/employee contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Personal and professional, we offer a range of training and development opportunities for you to grow and develop.

*Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained. 

At Delta, we are passionate that our workforce reflects the communities we serve. Our ambition is that everyone regardless of level, role, or background will enjoy an environment of respect, inclusion and belonging. We actively remove barriers to ensure everyone is supported and can reach their potential with us. We take active steps to encourage people from a broad range of backgrounds to apply for jobs at Delta, as we believe a diverse, inclusive company will enable everyone to thrive. We are a disability confident employer and will make reasonable adjustments as required. We are committed to supporting part time and flexible working and believe getting the balance right is critical to personal and professional success.

If you want to be part of a great team, then why not apply!

If you would like a conversation about this post, please contact the Recruitment team by email at recruitment@deltatrust.org.uk or call 0345 196 0095.

For more information and to apply for this position please visit our website at

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In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education 2022, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding the welfare of its students and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service certificate and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists.

Delta Academies Trust undertake to treat all applicants for posts fairly and not to discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff who voluntarily reveal that they have a criminal conviction. Equally, we will not discriminate unfairly against volunteers or paid staff where a Disclosure and Barring Service check reveals a criminal conviction or other information about offences.

Therefore, we will consider job applicants who have a criminal record based on their skills, abilities, experience, knowledge and, where needed, qualifications and training. However, our approach depends on the job, and whether it is covered by, or exempt from, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post. However, it is important to note that if we receive a high volume of applications, we may limit the numbers of interviews offered to people with and without a disability.

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