Curriculum Administrator in Catcliffe

Curriculum Administrator

Hours: Full time (37 hours per week, all year round)

Duration: Temporary Maternity Cover (June 2027)

Salary: £24,930 a year + benefits

Location: Rotherham College

Apply by: 26/07/2026

We are looking for a proactive, enthusiastic, and customer-focused Curriculum Administrator to join our dedicated Administration Team. This critical role supports both learners and academic staff throughout the academic year across multiple provisions, including Classroom-Based Learning, Work-Based Learning, Employability, Community, and ESOL.

Your daily work will have a direct impact on the student experience, helping to drive student enrolments, ensure highly accurate data, and build the positive reputation of the College.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Administration: Undertake word processing, filing, data input, and minute-taking to assist the department in running smoothly
• Student Tracking & Support: Collaborate with teaching staff to chase and monitor student attendance (to support retention rates) and manage administrative processes for the student behaviour and disciplinary policy.
• Timetabling & Data Cleansing: Work alongside the Senior Administrator to input timetables accurately, and coordinate with teaching staff/managers to cleanse data to maximize funding and generate reports.
• External Engagement: Liaise with Job Centres, employers, and partners to support college provisions, maintain financial records, and promote the College's reputation.
• Reception & Front of House: Answer and direct switchboard calls efficiently, meet and greet visitors, and carry out reception desk duties.
• College Events: Attend and support cross-college events throughout the year, such as Awards Evenings, Parents' Evenings, Open Events, and HE Graduation Events.

What we are looking for

Experience & Qualifications

Experience: Previous experience working in an administration or similar role (experience within a Further Education (FE) or similar environment is highly desirable).

Qualifications: Level 2 Literacy and Numeracy (or equivalent, e.g., GCSE C/4 or above). A minimum of Level 2 in Business Administration, Customer Service, or an equivalent qualification is highly desirable.

Skills & Personal Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer-focused skills. Outstanding organizational skills with a methodical, accurate, and proactive approach to work.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Windows and associated software packages.
• Ability to work flexibly, manage conflicting demands, and handle tight deadlines under pressure.
• A professional, confidential, and high-integrity approach to handling sensitive personal data.
• A strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and the values of FREDIE.

Department Info

You will report to the Senior Administrator and work as part of a Curriculum Administration Team.

Benefits

• Access to local government pensions scheme (with employer contributions from 15.6% to 23.68%)
• Up to 41 days annual leave per year including closure during Christmas period
• Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Free Parking available at all of our sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the teacher retention initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made