[230228] Administrator

**Millbay Academy, Reach South Academy Trust is seeking to appoint an exceptional Administrator to join the School as soon as possible.**

**Post**:Administrator

**Location**:Millbay Academy, Plymouth, PL1 3EG

**FTE Salary Range**: NJC Grade C Point 5-7, £21,575 rising to a maximum of £22,369 per annum; pro rata for part time contract

**Actual Salary Range**: £19,116 to a maximum of £19,820 per annum

**Contract Type**: Permanent, full time, term-time only (39 weeks per year)

**Contract Hours**:32.5 hours per week; Monday to Friday 08:15 to 16:15

**About the role**

We are looking to recruit an experienced Administrator as part of a wider admin team that supports Millbay Academy on a range of administrative duties.

The job involves working within recognised procedures and will include busy reception cover, answering telephone and face to face enquiries from a range of stakeholders including parents, staff and students. General administrative duties including maintenance of manual and computerised records/management systems, financial administration e.g. recording school meals and undertaking specific duties that support the day to day administrative operations of the school.

Whilst the role will predominantly based at Millbay Academy, there may be requirements to work at High Street Primary Academy which Millbay Academy is federated with on an ad-hoc basis due to staffing requirements or more regularly depending on pupil numbers across both schools.

This is a great opportunity for a self-motivated, confident and dedicated person who is very well organised and with a can-do attitude. We are looking for people who have the following experience and qualities:

- NVQ Level 2 in Administration or equivalent qualification or experience
- Good knowledge of general computer packages and office equipment e.g. Microsoft Office, photocopier, telephones etc.
- GCSE Mathematics and English - Grade C and above or equivalent
- Confidence in reception cover and have good verbal and written communication skills to exchange information with a range of audiences (e.g. staff, students, parents and others)
- Experience of manual and computerised record/information systems
- Previous experience of working in a school, whilst is not essential would be desirable.

**About the School**

Millbay Academy is an all-through school in Plymouth’s Coastal Quarter. This is a place where everyone is important and where every moment counts. Our values will underpin all that we do: we will provide a stimulating learning environment where children will feel safe, happy and consequently thrive.

Our vision is clear: challenging academic and personal goals will be set for every member of the Millbay Academy community, and we will provide the support and encouragement required to reach them. We will do whatever it takes.

**About the Trust**

Reach South is a young and developing Trust which operates across the South West of England with the aim of delivering all through 3-19 education. We operate 15 academies in Plymouth, Bournemouth, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire. We are building this Trust on a clear set of values, behaviours and curriculum principles. At the heart of those values and principles is a belief in our young people and a determination to support them to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes to become the successful citizens for today and all of their tomorrows.

Our core business is delivering exceptional education for children and young people with a mission to help all pupils aspire to achieve beyond the expectations that others put on them. We do this through the development of a talented and committed workforce. In order to deliver exceptional opportunities for learning, we need highly motivated staff across all parts of the organisation.

Those we recruit are able to demonstrate that they share our values, are highly motivated to work with colleagues, within and beyond their school, to continuously develop their skills and pursue professional excellence.

**Next Steps**

So if you think this role may be for you and want to be involved at this exciting time in our development and have any questions about the position, please get in touch by calling **Carrie Carpenter, Operations Manager** on **07483 349935**

**Interview Date**:Interviews are provisionally booked for **Tuesday 28th March 2023**

**Opportunities and Benefits**

We offer a competitive salary plus LGPS pension, great career progression and development opportunities, access to our Employee Assistance Programme with many other benefits.

We’re proud of how we support our staff in order that you have high levels of job satisfaction, are aware of the difference you are making for the children and families you work with and can see your contribution towards our community. There are regular opportunities for professional development and training, and a wider community of staff to network with within Reach South Multi Academy Trust. You will