Office Administrator -Specialist (HR)

Bourne Education Trust; Epsom; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Condensed school year

Training and development

Wellbeing support

Free on-site parking

Pension entitlement

Discount platform

Eye tests

Two week half term

Cycle to work

Recognition policies

Job summary

Bourne Education Trust is seeking an Office Administrator - Specialist at Epsom and Ewell High School. The role is permanent, term time plus 5 weeks, with hours 7.30-3.30, five days a week. Salary offered is £28,515 actual (FTE £31,658). The post supports HR functions and requires strong communication and office experience.

Join a Trust known for professional development, wellbeing support and a comprehensive benefits package including pension and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in an office environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support in your designated area.
• Research and analyse data relevant to your specialist area.
• Prepare and present reports, proposals, and recommendations based on findings.
• Liaise with stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of the specialist area.

Skills

Communications

Office environment experience

Job description

We are seeking a Office Administrator - Specialist to join our team at Epsom and Ewell High School, part of Bourne Education Trust.

About Epsom And Ewell High School

Epsom and Ewell High School offers a supportive and vibrant learning environment where students thrive. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-five schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives." Rated 'Good' by Ofsted in 2022 and described as "no ordinary secondary school," we balance academic excellence with preparation for life beyond the curriculum.

Our student-led approach challenges learners to think deeply while our dedicated staff ensure they progress further than national averages. We're proud to be the UK's first recipient of the Schools Mental Health Gold Award, creating an environment where everyone can fulfil their potential.

Professional development is central to our success, with weekly training keeping teaching dynamic and relevant. We have a strong tradition of developing leaders from within, supported by robust in-house programs and a commitment to accelerated career progression at all levels.

At Epsom and Ewell High School, we nurture confident, ambitious students who embrace community, tolerance and high aspiration. Our ethos is simple: our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we truly believe every child can achieve.

Details

Position: Office Administrator - Specialist (HR)

Contract: Permanent, Term time plus 5 weeks

Hours: Monday - Friday 7.30-3.30, 42 weeks per year

Salary: Actual salary £28,515 (FTE £31,658)

Benefits

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking, with electric car chargers and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay
• Generous pension and holiday entitlement
• Training and development
• Recognition policies
• Wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP)
• Access to discount platformWork-life balance
• Family-friendly policies
• Free parking
• Occupational sick pay

Key Responsibilities Include

• Provide effective specialist support in your designated area
• Research and analyse data and information appropriate and relevant to your current specialism
• Prepare and present reports, proposals, and recommendations based on your findings
• Liaise and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders to ensure effective delivery of your current specialist area of responsibility

Essential Requirements Include

• An awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Experience working in an office environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.