Maths Hub Administrator

WORKING WITH US

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a Maths Hub Administrator to support the smooth and effective delivery of our Maths Hub programmes. You will provide high quality administrative, organisational and communication support to Work Group Leads and the wider Maths Hub team, enabling projects, events and reporting requirements to be delivered efficiently and on time. This is a term‑time plus, part‑time role, and the actual salary will be £15,324.66 (40 weeks per year, 22.5 hours per week). It is initially offered as a 12‑month, fixed‑term contract, starting in September or June if available, with the possibility of extending in the future.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Work Group Lead (WGL) Support: Provide proactive diary management for Work Group Leads, including scheduling Work Group sessions, meetings and key deadlines. Coordinate and confirm Work Group dates and ensure all relevant information is communicated clearly. Support the induction of new Work Group Leads, ensuring they understand Maths Hub and NCETM processes and requirements. Act as a consistent point of contact for Work Group Leads, ensuring they have the information, resources and documentation needed to run their groups effectively. Create, file and archive documents in line with agreed processes.
• Venues, Events and Bookings: Book venues, rooms, resources and catering for Work Groups, projects and events. Communicate agendas, timings, reminders, travel and venue details clearly and professionally. Occasionally attend local Maths Hub events to provide administrative support. This may involve planned travel to venues such as Lambeth, Croydon or Bromley.
• Advertising, Communications and Recruitment: Administer and update the Maths Hub website. Promote opportunities to schools using digital communication channels including newsletters and social media. Create marketing materials such as flyers, newsletters and mailshots. Use the website and mailing lists to support recruitment for Work Groups, projects and events. Manage mailing lists and ensure appropriate, timely content is shared.
• Administration, Data and Deadlines: Manage registration, attendance and evaluation processes, ensuring accurate data collection. Professionally follow up attendance, evaluations and required forms using clear, persuasive email communication. Support the team in meeting key deadlines, including RDS and other reporting requirements. Maintain Maths Hub calendars and administrative records. Capture session highlights to support promotional activity.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in drafting clear and professional emails.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy and varied workload.
• Experience of supporting a team to meet deadlines.
• IT literacy, including confident use of Microsoft Word, Excel and other Office applications.
• A professional manner and high level of presentation.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and adapt to changing priorities.

APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received.

OUR VISION & VALUES

Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free‑up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that’s why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Safeguarding Notice: The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

Equal Opportunities: The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top‑quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus.
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution.
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts.
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice.
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts.
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees.
• Interest‑free ICT and season ticket loans.

For most non‑teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.