Administrator at HMP Lancaster Farms

We have a great opportunity to join our Education team as an Administrator for Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Lancaster Farm, offered on a permanent, full-time working 37hrs per week basis. The LTE Group is a national, public-sector learning, training and education organisation with a clearly defined mission to \’improve lives and economic success through learning and skills\’. Our valued 4,000 colleagues drive our delivery of specialist learning to over 100,000 learners in over 120 UK locations, across our six businesses. At Novus we work with passion, care and commitment to create the foundations for change. For almost 30 years we have been helping men, women and children of all ages and abilities, in prison settings across England and Wales, to take new directions. The LTE Group family encompasses the strengths of each of our individual organisations: The Manchester College – further education | UCEN Manchester – higher education |Novus – prison education |Total People – apprenticeships |MOL – professional development. What the role entails As the Administrator you will be responsible for the timely and accurate inputting of data required by NOVUS and stakeholders including enrolment forms, producing registers and reports, providing an effective administration service that supports contract monitoring, contract compliance and general office management. Process relevant data relating to finance, personnel or learners. What we need from you In order to be successful in the role of Administrator, you will need: Experience of efficient administration within a busy office environment. Experience of maintaining accurate electronic and paper-based data recording systems Good literacy and numeracy skills. To ensure data and reports are accurate and produced in line with deadlines Documents are accurate and formatted as required Positive working relationships with stakeholdersIdeally you will want to be a part of a team who has, at its core, a focus on improving lives and enabling and equipping learners to develop, grow and be equipped for a life of work and success. You\’ll be a self-starter with a passion to learn and grow yourself and will bring passion, dedication and positivity to your new role. Colleague Benefits As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including: Excellent annual leave entitlement. In-house \’Evolve\’ training programme offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications. Career development opportunities. We pride ourselves on offering a favourable LGPS pension scheme with a competitive contribution from the Group. Discounts on your health care through Simply Health. Free, confidential support service provided by an external organisation, PAM Assist. Cycle to work scheme saving you 25% on your purchase. Access to lots of offers with well-known retailers.The LTE Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the \’Apply online\’ button below. All applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the job description for shortlisting purposes. The closing date for this job advert is 12/02/2025. However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response. The LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Under our Collective Bargaining agreement with our recognised union (Unison and UCU), we have agreed a number of changes to terms and conditions of employment with effect from 1st April 2025. These changes offer colleagues enhanced remuneration and benefits package. This includes time off for your own wellbeing, competitive and structured pay, generous holiday entitlement etc. Further information can be provided as part of the recruitment process