Senior Administrator

LTE Group; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Senior Administrator, where your exceptional organisational skills will shine. In this dynamic role, you will support a dedicated team at a prominent prison education provider, ensuring smooth administrative operations. Enjoy a fulfilling career with 35 days of annual leave, a strong pension plan, and opportunities for personal development. This role offers a chance to make a real impact in a meaningful environment, contributing to the education and rehabilitation of individuals. If you thrive in diverse and fast-paced settings, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

2 hours for wellbeing/personal development

Significant Pension contributions

Retail Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy office environment with effective administration.
• Proven ability to maintain accurate data recording systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the team with outstanding organisational skills.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based data systems.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Time Management

IT Skills

Education

Level 2 in Literacy

Level 2 in Numeracy

Level 2 in ICT or Business Administration

Job description

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Job description

Are you a detail-oriented, organised, and proactive individual looking to make an impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We're on the hunt for an exceptional Senior Administrator to join our team! If you thrive in a role where no two days are the same and love supporting a team with your outstanding organisational skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Pentonville (Caledonian Rd, London N7 8TT), working as a Senior Administrator. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours per week.

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are also part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future. Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Pentonville is a Category B/C men's prison located in the Islington area of London, England. It is managed by His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service. HMP Pentonville prison serves as a significant correctional facility within the UK's prison system.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Hold qualifications at level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or be willing to work towards within agreed timescales.
• Hold, or be willing to work towards, a Level 2 qualification related to ICT or Business Administration (or have relevant industrial experience and skills)
• Have experience of performing effective and efficient administration within a busy office environment.
• Demonstrate a proven ability to maintain accurate electronic and paper-based data recording systems.
• Have good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Demonstrate effective time management
• Have developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Have demonstrable customer service skills
• Have up-to-date IT skills and a willingness to engage with innovative tech solutions, if required

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
• Significant Pension contributions (LGPS)
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 04/06/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!