At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide efficient administrative support in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join Millgate School, where every child’s story matters.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, professional development, and great perks like gym discounts.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while having fun at work.
- Qualifications: Level 2 qualifications in maths and English or equivalent skills.
The predicted salary is between 25191 - 26409 £ per year.
Salary: Grade 5 Pay Point 7-8 (£25,191 - £26,409 per annum, approximate starting salary of £21,552.62)
Hours: 37 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time only + Inset days)
Contract Type: Fixed term until July 2027
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 15:50
About the Role
We are seeking to appoint a highly organised and motivated Administrator to work within our successful school team to provide confidential, effective, efficient and flexible administrative support to the school and wider community with minimal supervision.
Why Choose Millgate School?
Millgate School is an amazing place that places the child at the centre of everything that we do. To make them develop, grow and progress; we have created a curriculum that is uncompromising in supporting the child's need. Our curriculum is inspired by stories. Every child arrives with a story that we make it our business to get to know. Shaped by their narratives and informed by their need, our curriculum sets out an ambitious, chapter by chapter, journey. We develop children's character and learner behaviour; we ensure they thrive on content that is knowledge rich; we continually weave within this narrative opportunities for lived experiences and we ultimately prepare them to navigate their own successful futures.
Key Responsibilities
- To ensure that visitors to the school site sign in, provide suitable ID including child protection documentation where applicable, are issued with a visitor pass and are taken to / collected by the appropriate person.
- To answer the telephone and deal with routine queries where possible, or otherwise transfer calls or take and pass on messages.
- To make routine telephone calls to pass on or obtain information or to raise/resolve simple queries.
- To undertake post duties, including collecting, opening, sorting and distributing incoming post, and enveloping and dispatching outgoing post.
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications
- Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy. OR Able to demonstrate numeracy/literacy skills sufficient for the demands of the post.
Experience
- Experience of responding to members of the public in a work setting.
- Experience of completing basic administrative tasks.
Skills & Knowledge
- Knowledge of child protection procedures.
- Knowledge of basic health and safety procedures.
- Ability to use standard office equipment and software.
- Ability to use own initiative to respond to routine queries using standardised information.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth & Support
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
- Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
- A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun.
Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits
- Flexible working options.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
- Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
- Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
- Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
Additional Perks
- Free parking.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Gym discounts.
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Dental support.
- Retail discounts.
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
Administration Assistant (MIL138BC) in Leicester employer: Millgate School
Millgate School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the mental health and well-being of its pupils while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for its staff. With flexible hours during term time, employees benefit from professional development opportunities and a strong focus on teamwork, making it an ideal place for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in education and child counselling.
