Job Introduction
We are seeking a highly organised School Administrator to join our friendly team in centre of Boston. This is a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the school office and supporting staff, pupils, and parents. This is a maternity cover post, temporary for up to one year.
Job Description:
Act as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, and staff, providing a warm and professional welcome.
Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence efficiently.
Maintain accurate records and databases, including pupil information and attendance.
Support with financial administration, including processing invoices and handling petty cash.
Assist with organising school events, meetings, and communications.
Ensure compliance with safeguarding and data protection policies at all times.
This position is 37 hours per week, and is a temporary, maternity cover position.
Essential Criteria:
Well organised with attention to detail
Proficient IT skills (Microsoft Office)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills, verbally and in writing
Desired Criteria:
Previous school administration experience.
Benefits:
Generous pension scheme
Employee Assistance Programme, including access to counselling, 24/7 GP service and wellbeing services
2 Wellbeing Days per academic year
Employee Benefits Platform including hundreds of discounts on many highstreet retailers
Cycle to Work Scheme
The Voyage Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, which will include online checks. Therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
All adults employed by the Trust have a responsibility for data protection and have a duty to observe and follow the principles of the GDPR Regulations.
Voyage Education Partnership welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.
All applicants must be able to provide evidence of their Right to Work in the UK prior to commencement of employment. As part of our need to comply with UK immigration rules, you will be required to provide Home Office stipulated documentation prior to interview.
Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
The school advertising the vacancy will contact you directly regarding the outcome of your application and any interviews. When interviews are taking place schools will follow all Government and Public Health England Guidelines.
All shortlisted candidates will need to verify their eligibility to work in the UK at interview.
