Administration Assistant

Permanent, 37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (Term Time Only + 2 weeks)

We are looking for a passionate and committed Administration Assistant to support in the day-to-day running of the academy by carrying out administration procedures and communicating with stakeholders.

The successful candidate will have previous experience in an administrative role within a school/academy environment, have demonstrable experience of effectively using ICT packages and hold GCSE English and Maths (grade C/4 or above) and a relevant qualification in administration, IT or similar subject.

About Star Academy

Star Academy, Sandyford opened in April 2013, is set in the heart of a vibrant, diverse community and is part of the Academy Transformation Trust family.

• We subscribe to the 7 principles of public life: Selflessness, Integrity, Objectivity, Accountability, Openness, Honesty and Leadership.
• Our shared values are – Smart/Safe Tolerant Ambitious Resilient
• Our Vision is encapsulated by the motto: Desire to learn, learn to achieve

Daily routines work to embed these four values to ensure that our children grow not only academically, but with the strength of character that will lead to a successful future as a valued and healthy member of society.

The academy seeks to ensure that all stakeholders are empowered to achieve the highest of expectations through the provision of a bespoke, lively and exciting, knowledge-based curriculum that promotes enquiry and exploration, risk-taking and resilience. The curriculum nurtures the desire to achieve the very best regardless of the children’s different starting points. Our broad curriculum is enriched with a huge variety of experiences which brings learning alive and makes precious memories.

All we do and work for is to ensure our pupils have the best opportunities and are enabled to be successful in whatever realm they choose to enter; they are star lights in the world.

Visits to the academy are warmly welcomed. Please contact the academy directly to arrange this.

About Academy Transformation Trust

We are proud to be a part of the Academy Transformation Trust family of academies whose mission is to transform the learning, aspirations and opportunities for their pupils and the communities in which they live. This commitment also extends to staff who are key to their success.

In return, you will benefit from:

• A warm, welcoming and highly skilled team, who support and inspire each other
• A creative and innovative environment
• Access to continuous personal development programmes.
• A bespoke platform supporting colleague welfare and benefits, including pension scheme, employee assistance programme (EAP), recognition and reward scheme, cycle to work scheme and discounts on many major high street brands.

For more information and to apply, please visit our vacancies page.

Closing date: Midday on 15th November 2024.

The successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS criminal record check, and online searches will be carried out in line with KCSIE update 2024. We are committed to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion and welcome all applications. We are open to Flexible Working.