Maths Hub Administrator in Croydon, Surrey

We are looking for a Maths Hub Administrator to support the smooth and effective delivery of our Maths Hub programmes. You will provide high quality administrative, organisational and communication support to Work Group Leads and the wider Maths Hub team, enabling projects, events and reporting requirements to be delivered efficiently and on time. This is a term-time plus, part-time role, and the actual salary will be £15,324.66 (40 weeks per year, 22.5 hours per week). It is initially offered as a 12-month, fixed-term contract, starting in September or June if available, with the possibility of extending in the future.

MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Work Group Lead (WGL) Support: Provide proactive diary management for Work Group Leads, including scheduling Work Group sessions, meetings and key deadlines. Coordinate and confirm Work Group dates and ensure all relevant information is communicated clearly. Support the induction of new Work Group Leads, ensuring they understand Maths Hub and NCETM processes and requirements. Act as a consistent point of contact for Work Group Leads, ensuring they have the information, resources and documentation needed to run their groups effectively. Create, file and archive documents in line with agreed processes.
• Venues, Events and Bookings: Book venues, rooms, resources and catering for Work Groups, projects and events. Communicate agendas, timings, reminders, travel and venue details clearly and professionally. Occasionally attend local Maths Hub events to provide administrative support. This may involve planned travel to venues such as Lambeth, Croydon or Bromley.
• Advertising, Communications and Recruitment: Administer and update the Maths Hub website. Promote opportunities to schools using digital communication channels including newsletters and social media. Create marketing materials such as flyers, newsletters and mailshots. Use the website and mailing lists to support recruitment for Work Groups, projects and events. Manage mailing lists and ensure appropriate, timely content is shared.
• Administration, Data and Deadlines: Manage registration, attendance and evaluation processes, ensuring accurate data collection. Professionally follow up attendance, evaluations and required forms using clear, persuasive email communication. Support the team in meeting key deadlines, including RDS and other reporting requirements. Maintain Maths Hub calendars and administrative records. Capture session highlights to support promotional activity.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence in drafting clear and professional emails.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy and varied workload.
• Experience of supporting a team to meet deadlines.
• IT literacy, including confident use of Microsoft Word, Excel and other Office applications.
• A professional manner and high level of presentation.
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and adapt to changing priorities.

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application.

The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed.

The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment.

Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including:

• Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression.
• Annual performance and loyalty bonus.
• Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution.
• 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts.
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice.
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts.
• 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees.
• Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans.

For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.