School Administrator

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North Star Academy Trust is a small multi-academy trust that was set up with the ambition to improve the SEND provision in the South West and provide as many young people as possible with a bespoke, specialist education that is tailored to each individual's needs. North Star 180° based in Bath, is an all through school that caters for pupils with SEMH needs. Pupils who have difficulties with their emotional and social development may have limited social skills and find it difficult to make and sustain healthy relationships. We are seeking to recruit a personable, reliable, enthusiastic and efficient Administrator to be responsible for our busy school reception office.

You will be required to work 37 hours per week, the role is term time only, including inset days with one extra week to be worked in the Summer holidays in order to prepare for the new academic year (40 weeks). Your main place of work will be at North Star 180°, but you may be required to work at other locations within the Trust.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in the smooth running of our school, with responsibility for ensuring that pupils, staff, parents / carers, visitors and all persons who come into contact with the school are dealt with in a friendly and helpful manner. You will be expected to provide a high standard of customer service and a well organised and welcoming office environment. Ideally you will have some school experience in a similar role or are able to demonstrate the capability to learn quickly and apply existing skills to this unique role. The post holder is expected to display calmness and professionalism at all times.

The attached job description and person specification outline the main requirements of the role.

You will be required to work 37 hours per week, 40 weeks per annum. Actual salary £22,076 - £23,217 p.a.

You will be part of:

•  A dedicated team of staff who strive for excellence
•  A caring and inclusive ethos
•  A school which has supportive Governors and Parents with high expectations of the school
• In return, we offer a competitive salary, pension, a supportive team, training and development and the potential for career progression to the right person.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an expanding Trust with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development and career progression for the right candidate.

Please contact the school if you would like to come and visit, or for any further information.

Interviews will be scheduled as applications are received, please submit an early application.

Safeguarding Statement

North Star Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and positive references. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.