Administration Assistant - Attendance, Admissions and Transition

• The Eastbourne Academy
• £23,747 - £24,743 FTE (£20,516 - £21,376 Pro Rata) - SAT B
• 37 hours per week
• Term Time + 5 Staff Development Days

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with good literacy, administrative and communication skills to work in our Attendance department. The role will provide support to our attendance, admissions and transitions areas.

You will need to have excellent computer and communication skills with a knowledge of either Google or Word. This is a busy department and the holder needs to be able to work flexibly, meet deadlines and prioritise work under pressure.

A knowledge of Google Chrome would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be given in all aspects of the role.

The post holder has day to day contact with the Headteacher, staff, pupils, parents and Governors, as well as staff from Swale Academies Trust, other agencies, other schools, the local community and representatives of a wide variety of goods and services.

What we can offer:

• Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
• Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
• Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
• Access to training and development
• On-site Parking
• Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
• Cycle to Work scheme

Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.

If you are interested in this post, please contact Melissa Anderson, Senior Attendance and Admissions Leader, for an informal discussion. melissa.anderson@swale.at and 01323 514900.

Completed application forms should be sent to Mrs Donna Dreeling, Operations and Administration Manager, donna.dreeling@swale.at or by post to The Eastbourne Academy, Brodrick Road, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN22 9RQ. Please note, we cannot accept CVs. 

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2)

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Interview Date: w/c 19th December 2024

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.