Administrator - iCollege alternative education

West Berkshire Council; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

iCollege Alternative Education seeks an organised, adaptable administrator to join the team based at specific sites in Calcot, Berkshire. The role is 20 hours per week, term-time style with 44.2 paid weeks annually, offering a permanent position and chance to support learners with a holistic admin function.

The successful candidate will work with the central admin team and may handle challenging situations with discretion. Training for SIMS is provided, and safeguarding checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Organised, adaptable and proactive administrator.
• Experience with SIMS desirable; full training will be provided.
• DBS checks and other safeguarding checks will be required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with a central admin team but based independently on specific sites.
• Role is varied and fast-paced and may involve supporting learners who are distressed or displaying challenging behaviour.

Skills

Organised

Adaptable

Proactive

Tools

SIMS

Job description

Required As Soon As Possible

Administrator based in Calcot, Berkshire

20 hours per week permanent

Grade D (5-9), actual salary £12,108 approximately

Term time only, 44.2 paid weeks annually

• Do you want to make a real difference?
• Do you want a good work-life balance?
• Do you want to build relationships with the young people you support?

iCollege Alternative Education supports learners aged 5–18 who cannot access mainstream schooling due to social, emotional, behavioural or attendance challenges. Across six West Berkshire sites, we work with families and partners to provide a personalised, holistic curriculum that helps every learner progress. We offer full time placements as well as flexible off site and short term on site packages to strengthen mainstream engagement.

We are seeking an organised, adaptable and proactive administrator to join our team. You will work closely with a supportive central admin team but will be based independently on specific sites. The role is varied and fast paced, and may at times involve supporting learners who are distressed or displaying challenging behaviour.

We are looking for someone who is motivated, calm under pressure, professional and highly confidential. Experience with SIMS is desirable, though full training will be provided. In return, we offer a supportive Leadership Team and ongoing professional development.

Closing date: Friday 25th September 2026 @ Noon

Interviews to take place on Week commencing 5th October 2026

The School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including overseas checks as necessary and online searches.

Acceptance, Kindness, Responsibility, Perseverance, Aspiration