Administration Assistant

Ashton on Mersey is seeking to appoint a talented and hard-working Pastoral Administration Assistant will deliver high-quality, professional administrative support across key school operations. Key responsibilities include managing attendance intervention records, administering behaviour systems and detentions, coordinating careers and work experience records (including Gatsby Benchmark monitoring), and providing administrative support to the pastoral and safeguarding teams. Ashton on Mersey School is in the central hub of The Dean Trust and serves the community of Sale and beyond. As part of our team you can contribute, collaborate and lead on many established areas that shape our school culture. Our school vision has been shaped by every member of our school community. The school has: An ambitious co-produced curriculum at Key Stages 3 and 4 leading to a full A-Level and vocational qualification offer in Key Stage 5 at our thriving sixth form. A reputation for securing year-on-year examination results that are consistently strong. Modern, high-quality facilities with the latest technology solutions accessible to all staff and pupils and with sports facilities that rank alongside some of the best in the country. An exceptional character and personal development programme which involves a renowned provision of extra-curricular activity with specialism in Sport and Performing Arts. A dedicated group of teaching and support staff that lead excellent pastoral care in an inclusive school which maintains a traditional expectation with regards to standards of behaviour. Direct access to the Believe Learning Institute (The Dean Trust’s centre for professional learning, including leadership development), Turing NW Maths Hub and SCITT; all based on site. World-class opportunities and partnerships forged with national and international partners, including Manchester United Football Club, with whom we have provided an educational package for youth players for over 25 years, and Sale Sharks, with Ashton on Mersey students participating in the ACE league. This exciting opportunity will suit a candidate who demonstrates the following qualities, knowledge and skills: GCSE in English and Maths Grade A*- C or equivalent Ability to undertake further training and development as required Experience of working in a sensitive environment and respecting confidentiality at all times Experience of working as part of an administrative team within a busy office environment Knowledge of and competency in the use of Microsoft office suite of applications Knowledge of how a multi-academy trust operates Ability to grasp, assimilate and apply information and concepts quickly An enthusiastic, proactive and positive attitude towards young people and the education environment Flexible approach to working arrangements and ability to cope with a wide range of tasks in a busy and changing environment Ability to consistently produce work of a high standard A willingness to undertake all reasonable duties as the role requires Ability to use own initiative in undertaking tasks with minimal supervision demonstrating proactivity and forward thinking Proven communication skills, both verbally and written, and the ability to communicate effectively up to executive level Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people and services Ability to prioritise workload Ability to work to deadlines with excellent attention to detail and accuracy levels Excellent time keeping and attendance record Articulate and attentive to detail To apply for this vacancy please visit our recruitment page careers.thedeantrust.co.uk . If you have any questions about the role, please contact Maxine Mills HR Assistant on 0161 973 1179 Option 6 or email MaxineMills@aom.trafford.sch.uk Application closing date: 08:00 25th September 2026 Interview date: Week Commencing 28th September 2026 Thank you again for your interest in working for The Dean Trust . We are an Equal Opportunities employer committed to ensuring inclusion, diversity and equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates including those from underrepresented groups, and/or with protected characteristics. The Dean Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check