Administrative Assistant

We are seeking an outstanding administrator to join our busy Admin Office as soon as possible working Monday-Friday during term time. This is a full-time position, working 40.42 hours per week.

This position is an interesting and varied role with a number of responsibilities including managing reprographics, supporting Visitor and Learner Reception and assisting other members of the Admin Team as required.

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact professionally with staff, parents, learners, employer partners and trustees are essential in this role, as well as the ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities in a busy school environment.

The JCB Academy develops engineers and business leaders from Y9 to Sixth Form and provides Intermediate (level 2) and Advanced (level 3) apprenticeship programmes. We also deliver Business and Engineering T-levels which provide learners with additional choices after their GCSEs. Working with the likes of Bosch Rexroth, Harper Adams University, JCB, Rolls-Royce and Toyota Motor Manufacturing, we ensure that the curriculum is embedded in real industrial practice and includes genuine industrial challenges. Our aim is to provide a world class experience to learners and staff.

We are situated close to Uttoxeter, a picturesque market town supporting a variety of independent shops, cafes and bars. The town is surrounded by characterful villages with an abundance of culture and attractions right on the doorstep. This great value location has quick links to major cities, high quality homes that allow younger people and families to get onto the property ladder and close access to the glorious Peak District.

We offer a benefits package which includes membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, Employee Assistance Programme (including financial guidance, legal enquiries, support for issues at home and at work), access to JCB's dental scheme (monthly fee), free access to the academy's gym, free on-site parking and Cyclescheme.

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