Leigh Stationers' Academy

Stationers' Crown Woods Academy has a fantastic opportunity to appoint an Administrator to join us as soon as possible. Our successful candidate will be pivotal to the smooth running of their small school by providing highly effective support to the Academy Leadership Team. Whilst previous experience of working as a Personal Assistant is desirable, this is not essential as the successful candidate will have the flexibility to turn their hand to any admin-related task in this varied role. The Administrator will work closely with the Academy Leadership Team and colleagues, the Local Authority and the wider Trust both confidentially and collaboratively. This role sits within one of our small schools within the academy and will have full administrative responsibility in this area. The successful candidate will be professional, personable and committed to providing an excellent service on behalf of the academy and above all else will have a positive work ethic and can-do attitude. Our new team member will also have a passion to work within the education sector; previous experience in a school environment is advantageous.

Are you a conscientious and hard-working individual? Do you work with a high level of professionalism in everything that you do? Are you keen to join an inspirational academy?,

• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrate a high level of initiative
• Computer literacy in usual office applications
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Committed and enthusiastic
• Excellent attendance and time-keeping record.
  
  About us: Stationers' Crown Woods Academy (SCWA) is an academy which possesses all the essential ingredients to become a truly exceptional school.
In line with the ethos of all Leigh Academies Trust schools, our commitment to 'human-scale' education through a schools-within-schools model ensures every student is recognised and valued. At the heart of SCWA is robust pastoral care, which prioritises strong partnerships with parents and carers. 'Pupils appreciate the close working relationships that they build with staff through belonging to one of the four small schools' - OFSTED January 2023 As an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, the IB philosophy is at the heart of our curriculum. We offer the IB Middle Years Programme for Years 7-9, a programme designed to nurture happy, curious, well-rounded, independent, globally aware, and resilient students. Moreover, our students enjoy an extensive range of clubs and activities. We are one of the largest Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award providers in the South, with hundreds of students achieving Bronze, Silver, and Gold levels every year. Additionally, as one of only six state schools with a Marine Combined Cadet Force (CCF), we offer a unique experience to every pupil. 'A rich range of visits and activities are made available to pupils'. - OFSTED January 2023 Our dedicated and skilled team of professionals is key to transforming lives and securing the best outcomes for every student. We provide a wealth of professional development opportunities demonstrating our investment in our staff's professional growth., Being part of Leigh Academies Trust: As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Nearly 40% of our academies are judged outstanding overall by Ofsted, versus 15% nationally. The Trust is establishing three 'clusters' of academies: LAT Central; LAT North; LAT West. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region's biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider. Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website. As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

This role offers an actual salary £26,134 per annum (£27,984 full time equivalent) based on 37.5 hours per week, Term Time + 1 week of inset. This is a fixed term contract for 1 year. Please note that every effort will be made to offer a substantive role within a LAT academy thereafter.