Academy Admissions and Administration Lead

E-ACT UK; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

E-ACT UK is looking for an Academy Admissions and Administration Lead to manage admissions and provide administrative backing within an inclusive educational environment. This full-time role aims to enhance student support services at The Oldham Academy North, focusing on empowering students and fostering a thriving academic community.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous Pension

Cycle to Work

Collaborative Working Environment

Qualifications

• Experience of using the Microsoft Office suite to intermediate level or above.
• Experience of administrative or secretarial work.
• Experience of working front of house/reception.

Responsibilities

• Leading on admissions and managing school communications.
• Providing general clerical support including photocopying and filing.
• Dealing with complex reception queries and handling visitor sign-ins.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication

Time Management

Education

GCSEs Math & English minimum grade 4

Job description

Academy Admissions and Administration Lead

Academy Admissions and Administration Lead

Ref: SCH-E-A-3833 1 day(s) remaining Establishment: The Oldham Academy North Location: The Oldham Academy North Salary: £25,622.43 - £29,205.37 Department: Administration Job Type: Full Time Closing Date:23/06/2025 09:00 Interview Date: 25/06/2025 Start Date: 01.09.2025

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO Plus - Term time only plus weeks Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 41.000 Pay Grade: SCP12-SCP20 Number of Vacancies: 1

The Role

Job Title : Academy Admissions and Administration Lead

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North | Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, Mastery

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North is a dynamic and inclusive 11-16 secondary academy located in Oldham. Rooted in our core values of Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery, we committed to fostering an environment where students thrive academically, personally, and socially.

We hold ourselves to high expectations, challenging our students to excel in all areas of their education. Beyond academic excellence, we inspire and empower them to become ambassadors for their community, instilling a sense of responsibility and pride in their role as contributors to the greater whole.

Join us on this journey of education, growth, and community engagement, where we value Trust, Endurance, Autonomy, and Mastery are at every step.

Want to make a difference to young people?

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?

Join us in Opening Minds, Opening Doors!

Are you ready to be part of an educational community that creates an environment where children can flourish? You could join an academy that focusses on developing the whole child and has a people-first culture. We know the importance of developing our colleagues to be the best they can be to ensure our children achieve the best outcomes.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Academy Admissions and Administration Lead to join our academy, to be responsible for providing effective clerical, administrative and reception duties within the Academy, reporting to the Office Manager and assisting with the planning and development of support services.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading on admissions, including council and school communications, document retrievals, booking in meetings and any other admission administrative duties.
• Dealing with complex reception and visitor queries. When required, answer routine telephone and face to face enquiries, sign in visitors and undertake general reception duties.
• Providing general clerical support e.g. photocopying, filing, faxing, emailing, completing routine forms and responding to routine correspondence.
• Assist in the input and production of data and information for the Academy using appropriate ICT packages and databases including production of reports.

Pay range: SCP12 - SCP20 - £25,622.00 - £29,205.37 - FTE: £27,711.00 - £31,586.00

Qualifications and Skills:

• GCESs Maths & English minimum of grade 4 or equivalent
• Experience of using the Microsoft Office suite to intermediate level or above
• Experience of administrative or secretarial work
• Experience of working front of house/reception
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity around information

What are we about?

Outstanding Teaching and Learning: We strongly believe that outstanding teaching and learning are the keys to unlocking exceptional outcomes for our children. You will play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality education that nurtures the minds of our students.

Advocacy and Inclusion: At our academy , every child matters, regardless of their background. Your role will involve providing each child with a fantastic, inspiring, and inclusive education that recognises and celebrates their individuality.

People-First Culture: We proudly celebrate the diversity of our academy and our community. Join us in co-constructing the essence of an extraordinary workplace and learning environment where both staff and students feel valued and included.

Collaborative Excellence: Our exceptional staff collaborate across our 38 academies to share ideas and problem solve. You will have the opportunity to share your skills, hear from experts and work with staff across the country to develop your practice.

About E-ACT:

Join a trust that is going places!

Having recently won MAT of the Year 2023 at both the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, this is a very exciting time to join us! Why do we feel we have been recognised as a strong MAT? It is down to our dedicated, talented staff that are committed in delivering nothing but excellence for all our children and young people.

We all pride ourselves in fostering a people-first culture, which extends to all our pupils, staff, and stakeholders. We are proud to lead a community of 38 academies, educating of over 25,000 pupils across our five core hubs. Our staff satisfaction is above national benchmarks and we run a range of projects and programmes to address key topics such as workload and wellbeing.

Our Opening Minds, Opening Doors strategy is at the forefront of everything we do, we don’t just prepare our pupils for the world; we equip them to thrive and succeed within it. Through our collaborative approach to education, we aim to open doors to a world of opportunities, where every child can pursue their dreams.

Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more atwww.e-act.org.uk

Benefits:

Collaborative Working: Thrive in an environment that values teamwork and collaboration, fostering a culture of shared knowledge and collective success.

Support System of 38 Academies : Be part of a network of 38 academies, providing a dedicated support system and opportunities for professional growth and collaboration.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential counselling services, providing emotional support and guidance when needed.

Cycle to Work: Enjoy a healthy commute with our cycle-to-work programme, making bicycles more affordable.

Generous Pension : Secure your future with a robust pension plan, ensuring financial well-being during retirement.

Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing and returning our application and equal opportunities form.

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Qualifications

Qualification Title GradeGood qualifications in both English and Maths Essential

Skills

Relevant ExperienceExperience of using the Microsoft Office suite to intermediate level or above Desirable Experience of administrative or secretarial work Desirable Experience of working front of house/reception Desirable Experience of working in a team Desirable Experience of dealing with sensitive and confidential student information DesirablePersonal AttributesAbility to work effectively within a team environment Desirable Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, parents and students DesirableRelevant SkillsAbility to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders using a variety of media Desirable Good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines Desirable Ability to use ICT and other specialist equipment and resources Desirable Ability to prioritise workload effectively to meet deadlines and work under pressure Desirable Ability to hold difficult conversations confidently and effectively Desirable Ability to use software, spreadsheets, databases and other packages effectively Desirable

Related Documents

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Safeguarding Information

E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.

E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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