At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily operations, coordinate staff cover, and provide excellent customer service.
- Company: Join a vibrant secondary academy with a focus on community and support.
- Benefits: Access to CPD opportunities, career progression, and a supportive employee assistance programme.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities across 25 academies for growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference in students' lives while developing valuable administrative skills.
- Qualifications: Friendly attitude and willingness to learn; experience in administration is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 43607 £ per year.
About This Role
We are seeking a dedicated and friendly Administrative Assistant to support the daily running of a busy secondary academy.
This varied role covers staff cover, admissions, and support key operational functions using Arbor.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate staff cover arrangements and help ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations.
- Act as the welcoming face of the school, providing excellent customer service to students, parents, staff and visitors through reception and administrative support.
- Support admissions, attendance, HR, and communications, helping to ensure an outstanding experience for families and staff.
- Engage in a varied and rewarding environment that offers opportunities to develop skills in school administration, HR processes, admissions and stakeholder engagement.
Benefits
- Access to first‑class CPD opportunities and partnership with Nottingham Teaching School Alliance.
- Opportunities for career progression across 25 academies in the trust.
- Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential information and guidance 24/7 and face‑to‑face counselling if clinically advisable.
- Pension: automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 23.68% employer contributions, or Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff.
- Nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
EEO Statement
The St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi‑Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to satisfactory references, prior to interview, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications plus verification of the right to work in the UK.
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Cover and Administration AssistantEDV/2026/SJHCVA/33125 in Ilkeston employer: St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust
St Benedict Catholic Voluntary Academy is an exceptional employer that prioritises the welfare and development of its staff and students. With a strong commitment to professional growth through first-class CPD opportunities and a clear pathway for career progression within a large multi-academy trust, employees can thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment. The academy also offers competitive benefits, including a robust pension scheme and access to professional assistance, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding workplace experience.
Contact Details:
St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust Recruitment Team
