Academy Administrator in Nottingham

Malcolm Arnold Academy, a school within the David Ross Education Trust, is recruiting a permanent administrator to run its reception and general office work. The role centres on greeting visitors, parents and pupils, handling calls and post, supporting confidential admin and helping to organise school events. It is a term-time post of 36 hours a week over 39 weeks, with safeguarding procedures built into visitor sign-in. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the successful candidate must pass an Enhanced DBS and social media check.

What the job involves

• Greet parents, visitors, contractors and delivery staff
• Answer and transfer telephone calls and pass on messages
• Run visitor sign-in in line with safeguarding protocols
• Provide confidential admin support and handle sensitive matters discreetly
• Coordinate events including Open Evenings, Parents' Evenings and Music Concerts
• Carry out general admin such as photocopying, scanning and filing
• Handle incoming and outgoing post
• Work with the Administration Team to maintain operational cover
• Protect Trust data through accurate input and audits

What’s required

Qualifications

• GCSE-level or equivalent, including English and Mathematics

Skills & knowledge

• Skilled user of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication, relating well to a wide range of stakeholders
• Highly organised and efficient, working to tight deadlines under pressure

Checks & eligibility

• Enhanced DBS check
• Social media presence check
• Vetting appropriate to the post and pre-employment checks under Keeping Children Safe in Education

Other

• Maintains strict confidentiality and integrity at all times
• Works on own initiative
• Works as part of a diverse team

What’s offered

• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• CPD, including Senior Leader and Knowledge Development courses
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key education leaders
• Health and wellbeing commitment, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits platform with health and wellbeing programme and Cycle to Work Scheme

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