Cover Coordinator and Administrator

BBI Consult SAC; Bristol; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

An inspiring opportunity awaits as a Cover Coordinator and Administrator/Receptionist at a forward-thinking academy in Bristol. This part-time role involves managing teaching cover requirements and providing essential administrative support to ensure a high standard of education. Join a passionate team dedicated to transforming student learning in a diverse and vibrant community. With a commitment to high standards and a supportive environment, you will play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive atmosphere where every student can thrive. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact in education, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate planned and unplanned teaching cover requirements.
• Provide reception and administration cover for the main school office.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Relevant Qualification in Administration or Education

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

School Management Software

Job description

Cover Coordinator and Administrator/Receptionist

Contract: Part-time – 22 hours per week, Permanent, Term Time Only (plus inset days)

Hours: Wednesday 8am-3:30pm, Thursday & Friday 7am-3pm

Salary: £27,964 – £30,746

Actual Salary: £14,237

Start: 31 March 2025

We are looking for a passionate and inspiring Cover Coordinator and Administrator/Receptionist to join our supportive and talented team at Bristol Metropolitan Academy. We are a diverse multi-academy trust, looking for professional and ambitious people, with a passion for transforming our students’ learning.

The Cover Coordinator and Administrator/Receptionist will effectively administrate the planned and unplanned teaching cover requirements of the Academy. Responsibilities include ensuring that cover is of a high standard, is cost-effective, and meets academy needs. You will be responsible for coordinating lesson cover in line with academy procedures and national guidelines, dealing with all aspects of staff absence, and providing reception and administration cover for the main school office.

Full details are contained within the attached job description and person specification.

BRISTOL METROPOLITAN ACADEMY

Bristol Metropolitan Academy (Bristol Met) is an over-subscribed secondary school based in Fishponds, Bristol. It is characterised by energy, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of community. We believe it is important that students have a strong sense of belonging and a belief in their right and ability to achieve highly.

Bristol Met was rated “Good” with Outstanding features by Ofsted in 2022. In Summer 2019, the Academy secured attainment that exceeded the national average for the first time, with the best results in the Academy's history. Despite the pandemic, we maintained high performance levels in Summer 2022 and Summer 2023, striving for even better results in Summer 2024.

The students are excited to learn and represent our diverse community. 60% of our students come from minority ethnic backgrounds, and we have over 40 identified primary languages within our community. A higher than average number of our students are supported in overcoming barriers due to special educational needs.

We believe in enabling all students to achieve their very best through our approach to inclusion, coupled with our Metropolitan Way: High Standards, High Aspirations, and High Expectations, working in harmony with our PROUD Values of being ResPectful, Resilient, CompassiOnate, AmbitioUs, and UnifieD.

The academy welcomes visits from potential candidates. If you would like to arrange a school visit prior to the closing date, please contact the academy directly.

Key Dates:

Closing date: 24/02/2025

Interview date(s): 03/03/2025

About the Cabot Learning Federation:

The Cabot Learning Federation is a diverse Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) in the South West, serving over 18,000 pupils across various educational provisions.

CLF is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from underrepresented groups.

How to Apply:

Please download the Candidate Information Pack, which includes wider details on the role and the job description and person specification. Submit your application form via the CLF recruitment portal. CVs will not be accepted.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Safeguarding and Pre-employment Checks:

The Cabot Learning Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role involves working with children and therefore requires a comprehensive pre-employment checking process.