Administration Assistant

Administration Assistant Millgate School Salary: Grade 5 Pay Point 7-8 (£25,191 - £26,409 per annum, approximate starting salary of £21,552.62) Hours: 37 Hours per week, 39 weeks per year (TermTime only + Inset days) Contract Type: Fixed term until July 2027 Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:00 - 15:50 About the Role We are seeking to appoint a highly organised and motivated Administrator to work within our successful school team to provide confidential, effective, efficient and flexible administrative support to the school and wider community with minimal supervision. Why Choose Millgate School? Millgate School is an amazing place that places the child at the centre of everything that we do. To make them develop, grow and progress; we have created a curriculum that is uncompromising in supporting the child's need. Our curriculum is inspired by stories. Every child arrives with a story that we make it our business to get to know. Shaped by their narratives and informed by their need, our curriculum sets out an ambitious, chapter by chapter, journey. We develop children’s character and learner behaviour; we ensure they thrive on content that is knowledge rich; we continually weave within this narrative opportunities for lived experiences and we ultimately prepare them to navigate their own successful futures. Often having arrived with stories that they had little control over, our curriculum is unwavering in preparing them to write their next chapters. “Staff are dedicated and provide positive role models for children. Staff receive good quality training that equips them with the skills to meet children’s individual needs. Staff morale is high, and there are several long-standing staff who have worked in the provision for many years. This provides children with continuity of care.” - OFSTED Key Responsibilities To ensure that visitors to the school site sign in, provide suitable ID including child protection documentation where applicable, are issued with a visitor pass and are taken to / collected by the appropriate person. To answer the telephone and deal with routine queries where possible, or otherwise transfer calls or take and pass on messages. To make routine telephone calls to pass on or obtain information or to raise/resolve simple queries. To undertake post duties, including collecting, opening, sorting and distributing incoming post, and enveloping and dispatching outgoing post. What We’re Looking For Qualifications: Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy. OR Able to demonstrate numeracy/literacy skills sufficient for the demands of the post. Experience: Experience of responding to members of the public in a work setting. Experience of completing basic administrative tasks Skills & Knowledge: Knowledge of child protection procedures. Knowledge of basic health and safety procedures. Ability to use standard office equipment and software Ability to use own initiative to respond to routine queries using standardised information. Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application. Why Join Us? Professional Growth & Support Ongoing professional development opportunities. Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations. Supportive leadership and a highly committed team. Highly committed and motivated Team A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits Flexible working options. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Defined benefit pension scheme. Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school. Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children. Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school. Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust. Additional Perks Free parking. Cycle-to-work scheme. Gym discounts. Eyecare vouchers. Dental support. Retail discounts. Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale. Equal Opportunities & Accessibility We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce. Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support. Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents More about Discovery Schools Trust Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations. Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application. Safeguarding Statement We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references. AI While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting. Apply Now! If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!