Academy Operations Administrator

Ormiston Bushfield Academy; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is seeking an Academy Operations Administrator starting September 2025. The role entails providing essential administrative and operational support in a vibrant school environment, ideal for individuals who are organized, positive, and embrace change. Applicants should have prior administrative experience and proficient IT skills.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Access to health and well-being programmes

Development through nationally recognised training courses

Access to a wide range of employee benefits

Qualifications

• Prior office administration experience is essential.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Ability to manage own workload effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support in a busy Academy office.
• Manage trips and music administration.
• Support functions in the main Academy office.

Skills

IT competence

Communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Education

Good standard of education to GCSE level in English and Maths

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Required for a September 2025 start, we are seeking to appoint an Academy Operations Administrator to provide administrative and operational support in our busy Academy office.

This is an exciting and dynamic role, where every day is different. The role would suit an individual who has a positive attitude and the ability to embrace change. Previous office administration experience is essential as the role includes administration over a number of key areas including trips and music, as well as supporting functions in the main Academy office.

The working pattern for this position is Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:00pm and Friday 8:00am – 3:30pm. You will be working school term time plus one week which equates to 39 working weeks per year.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information.

The Academy

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a good school (OFSTED – December 2019), conveniently located close to the Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire & Lincolnshire borders, and benefits from excellent road and rail links.

The Academy is continuing to expand and due to its popularity and increasing student numbers, a new £6 million wing was opened in September 2018. This extension is an addition to the £20.6 million state-of-the-art building that was completed September 2012, giving every student the opportunity to learn in an exciting and inspiring environment at an Academy that has been recognised for its high standards of inclusion. The Academy has continued to build on the successes of the last few years and achieved strong results at GCSE & A-Level in the summer.

Why work for Ormiston? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Our vision is for a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest, to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

We are looking for a candidate who:

• Has a good standard of education to GCSE level in English and Maths.
• Has a high level of IT competence, including the use of Microsoft programmes (e.g. Word, Outlook and Excel)
• Has excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Is positive and enthusiastic.
• Has strong organisational skills and the ability to manage their own workload.

We offer:

• An opportunity to join a well-established and supportive team at an Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork and support, where staff are committed to raising attainment.
• Development for staff through nationally recognised training courses.
• Access to a range of resources and opportunities through our Academy Trust.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits.
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling services.
• Guidance, advice and support from both the department and senior leadership team who all want to make a positive difference to the education of all OBA students.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Sunday 29 June 2025

Please note that the Academy withholds the right to withdraw the advert at any time, or interview suitable candidates before the closing date.

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974