Job Description

We are growing our school family and are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and skilled professional to join our friendly and supportive staff at Castle Mead School. This will involve managing the admin team to support the smooth running of the school under the direction and support of the school business manager. No two days are the same and the school office is an extremely busy environment so the post holder must be adaptable, a good team player, possess excellent communication skills and support the vision and ethos of the school.

We would love to hear from applicants who are:

• Committed to The Mead Academy Trust’s vision, purpose and values
• Passionate about providing a key role in improving learning opportunities for all children
• Aware of the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding of children
• Experienced in working in a busy office environment
• An excellent communicator with both parents children and staff
• Confident with the use of Microsoft Office and ideally some experience of updating and maintaining website content
• Confident in the use of SIMs (or other MIS)
• Highly organized and can work under pressure to meet deadlines

• Able to form positive relationships and be part of a friendly, dedicated business services team

• Flexible, and adaptable with a strong commitment to teamwork
• Energetic and enthusiastic with a good sense of humor

We offer all of our staff:

• An excellent working environment, with access to all the resources you need to undertake your role effectively
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues from schools across The Trust
• Warm, enthusiastic and friendly children who are keen to learn and deserve the best
• A clear vision with purpose and values that are supported by all our staff
• A commitment to high quality professional development and career progression

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

This is an ideal position for anyone with previous experience of working in a school environment. Candidates must be organized and efficient individuals who hold relevant administrative qualifications and can produce work to a high standard.