At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily school operations and help create a thriving learning environment.
- Company: Join St Anne's Church Academy, part of The Priory Learning Trust.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, pension schemes, and enhanced sick pay.
- Other info: Be part of a collaborative team with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your professional skills.
- Qualifications: Organised, resilient, and excellent communication skills are essential.
The Priory Learning Trust is looking to recruit an enthusiastic Business Support Administrator to join the team at St Anne's Church Academy. If you are excited by the prospect of working in a school environment to help provide the best possible learning outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you. We pride ourselves on our collaborative atmosphere and warmly welcome informal visits or conversations about this opportunity prior to application.
About the role
This is a key position designed to ensure the smooth daily operation of the school office, supporting our teaching staff, students, and families. Working closely with the Headteacher and the Academy Operations Manager, you will:
- Act as a central point of contact for all aspects of school operations.
- Support the Operations Manager with essential finance and administrative responsibilities.
- Maintain the infrastructure that allows our learning environment to thrive.
About you
We are looking for a friendly, hardworking, and approachable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment. To be successful in this role, you will be/have:
- Organised & Resilient: A flexible multi-tasker who is adaptable in their approach to daily challenges.
- An Excellent Communicator: Confident engaging with others via telephone, email, and in person.
- Excellent IT skills and a willingness to learn new software and systems through ongoing training.
- Able to work constructively as part of a collaborative team while maintaining the confidence to work independently.
- Growth-Oriented: Enthusiastic about learning, developing your professional skills, and contributing to the success of the Academy.
About us
St Anne's Church School is currently part of The Priory Learning Trust, a group of like-minded schools whose shared ambition is to provide A Great Education for Every Child. Whilst St Anne's Church School retains its own unique identity and ethos, being part of a family of schools brings additional support as well as opportunities to share expertise, provision and costs across our schools.
We have a strong track record of school improvement and a positive trend of improved outcomes. Our approach to school improvement enables staff and pupils to benefit from the sharing of resources and expertise whilst remaining true to their unique identity and context.
The Trust has employee development as a key priority. We can offer you:
- Teachers Pension Scheme: Secure your future with the Teachers’ Pension Scheme, one of the most generous and reliable public sector schemes in the UK.
- Local Government Pension Scheme: You will benefit from generous employer contributions.
- Enhanced Sick Pay: Enhanced sick pay scheme during illness or unexpected sickness related emergencies.
- Family Friendly: Enhanced leave packages to support your work-life balance.
- Great team dynamics: Become part of a highly collaborative professional community.
- Central partnership support: Access to high-quality central services and specialist expertise.
- Continuous Service: Full recognition of prior service for benefits.
- Exceptional CPD: Dedicated budget and time for your professional development.
- Diversity & Inclusion: A proactive commitment to creating a workspace where diversity is celebrated.
In order to apply for this role please complete an application form via the link above. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the process. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.
The trust is committed to equal opportunities and encourages applicants from all backgrounds and communities, as we recognise the importance and benefit this has for our pupils. The Priory Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All roles across the trust have a varying level of responsibility for ensuring safeguarding practice. Regardless of the level of responsibility and involvement in each role, we expect all staff, visiting professionals and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Successful candidates will be required to provide a disclosure of any unspent convictions and cautions, as well as any spent convictions or cautions that are not ‘protected’ under the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). All appointments are subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process.
Business Support Administrator in Weston-super-Mare employer: St Annes Church Academy
Contact Detail:
St Annes Church Academy Recruiting Team
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How to prepare for a job interview at St Annes Church Academy
✨Know the Role Inside Out
Before your interview, make sure you thoroughly understand the responsibilities of a Business Support Administrator. Familiarise yourself with the key tasks mentioned in the job description, such as supporting the Operations Manager and acting as a central point of contact. This will help you demonstrate your enthusiasm and readiness for the role.
✨Show Off Your Communication Skills
As an excellent communicator, you'll need to engage confidently with various stakeholders. Prepare examples of how you've effectively communicated in previous roles, whether through email, phone, or face-to-face interactions. This will showcase your ability to thrive in a school environment and support both staff and families.
✨Demonstrate Your Organisational Skills
Being organised is crucial for this role. Think of specific instances where you've successfully managed multiple tasks or projects simultaneously. Bring these examples to the interview to illustrate your resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
✨Express Your Growth Mindset
The Priory Learning Trust values growth-oriented individuals. Be prepared to discuss how you’ve pursued professional development in the past and your eagerness to learn new software and systems. This will show that you're not just looking for a job, but are genuinely interested in contributing to the success of the Academy.