Administrator - Full-Time (Maternity Cover)

Juniper Training; Bilston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with

Buy & sell annual leave

Earn an extra week of leave for gym

Paid mileage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Long service & special recognition

Company events

PRIDE monthly celebrations

Early Finish Fridays

Eyecare reimbursement

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Scheme

Critical Illness Cover

Job summary

Juniper Training in Featherstone, Wolverhampton, is seeking an organised CSS Administrator for a 9-month, full-time contract. The role supports a central admin team, maintains learner records, and ensures funding compliance while coordinating with centres and tutors.

Immediate start in September 2026, with a focus on accuracy and efficiency. The ideal candidate has at least 12 months of admin experience, strong IT and communication skills, GCSEs in Maths/English, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Essential: GCSEs in Maths and English (A-C) or equivalent experience.
• Strong IT skills and knowledge of data systems.
• A can-do attitude and strong communication skills.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and juggle multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• At least 12 months experience in administration.
• Desirable: Business Admin Level 2 or ECDL qualification.
• Experience working in education, training, or with EFA paperwork.
• Previous involvement with apprenticeships or funding compliance.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the CSS Admin Manager with day-to-day operations
• Maintaining accurate learner records, achievements, and destinations
• Ensuring compliance with funding requirements
• Managing student payments, bursaries, and free meal reconciliations
• Registering learners for qualifications (including GCSEs) and processing certification via Walled Garden
• Communicating with and supporting Centre Administrators across the organisation
• Conducting compliance checks and feeding back to improve quality
• Assisting the Apprenticeship Team with administration, invoicing and employer contributions, DAS actions.
• Visiting centres to help enhance administrative standards
• Attend company training days at other centres.

Skills

Administration experience

IT skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths & English

Business Admin Level 2 or ECDL (desirable)

Job description

Join Our Team as an Administrator!

Location: Featherstone, Wolverhampton
Full-Time | Temporary Contract (9 months)
£25,000 – £26,000 (depending on experience)
Basic DBS required

Start date: September 2026

Must have administration experience.

At Juniper, we’re on a mission to make a difference in education, and we’re looking for an organised, proactive, and enthusiastic CSS Administrator to help us do just that.

In this vital role, you’ll be the backbone of our central admin team—supporting a network of centres, tutors, and apprenticeships to ensure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. If you love systems, accuracy, and making life easier for others, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supporting the CSS Admin Manager with day-to-day operations

Maintaining accurate learner records, achievements, and destinations

Ensuring compliance with funding requirements

Managing student payments, bursaries, and free meal reconciliations

Registering learners for qualifications (including GCSEs) and processing certification via Walled Garden

Communicating with and supporting Centre Administrators across the organisation

Conducting compliance checks and feeding back to improve quality

Assisting the Apprenticeship Team with administration, invoicing and employer contributions, DAS actions.

Visiting centres to help enhance administrative standards

Attend company training days at other centres.

What You’ll Need

Essential:

GCSEs in Maths and English (A-C) or equivalent experience

Strong IT skills and knowledge of data systems

A can-do attitude and strong communication skills

The ability to stay calm under pressure and juggle multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.

At least 12 months experience in administration

Desirable:

Business Admin Level 2 or ECDL qualification

Experience working in education, training, or with EFA paperwork

Previous involvement with apprenticeships or funding compliance

Why Join Juniper?

We’re a people-first organisation that values professionalism, integrity, and a positive, inclusive working environment. You’ll be fully supported with training—including safeguarding—and work in a team that values your input and growth.

Perks & Benefits – Because You Deserve It!

• 25 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service
• Buy & sell annual leave
• Earn an extra week of leave just by exercising!
• Paid mileage (35p per mile, above normal work mileage)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long service & special recognition awards
• Juniper Lottery & Dragons’ Den competitions
• PRIDE monthly celebrations
• Early Finish Fridays (2:30pm!)
• Christmas Savings Club
• Eyecare reimbursement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Electric Car Scheme (after 5 years’ service)
• Critical Illness Cover (after 5 years’ service)
• Corporate events throughout the year!

Diversity & Inclusion Matters

At Juniper, we believe that language should never be a barrier to opportunity. We are committed to creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all backgrounds and provide a work environment free from discrimination. We actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

At Juniper, we are committed to safer recruitment practices to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. We carefully scrutinize all applications, thoroughly checking employment history and references to identify any gaps or inconsistencies. Where appropriate, we conduct enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks to ensure candidates meet our high standards of integrity and suitability for the role. Our approach reflects our dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and secure environment for everyone within our organisation.

If you require any accommodations during the application process, please let us know, and we will do our best to provide assistance. Join us in building a workplace that champions diversity, equity, and inclusion for all.