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Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Location
Manchester
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About The Role
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time, 35 hours per week
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Numeracy/literacy skills (at a level equivalent to NVQ Level 2)
Start Date: 1st April 2026
Salary: £21,662 per annum
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Admin Assistant to join our fantastic team at Grange School.
This is a Grade 3, permanent post working 35 hours per week, term time only plus 5 INSET days. The starting salary is £21,662 and the full time equivalent is £25,185.
We’re looking for:
We are looking for an outstanding candidate to join our administration team who works collaboratively to ensure that the schools administration runs efficiently and effectively.
This position will be based on the school reception and having primary responsibility for reception duties but supporting the wider admin team providing excellent customer service to colleagues, students and the wider school community.
You will be well organised, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively with a range of different audiences, including , parents, colleagues, students and external agencies.
You will have excellent ICT skills and administration skills so you can provide outstanding support to the team and school.
We are looking for a candidate who is excited to establish their skills in a dynamic and expanding Academy Trust, is committed to excel in a supportive environment and will engage successfully in effective professional development.
Main purpose of the job:
This is a varied and rewarding role where your attention to detail and ability to multitask will make a real impact. Reporting to the School Operations Manager
Key responsibilities will include:
Welcoming visitors and handling telephone, email and face-to-face enquiries
Providing general administrative support (photocopying, filing, data entry, correspondence)
Arranging meetings and taking high-quality notes
Maintaining school systems, records and display boards
Supporting school with mail distribution and stock management
Using ICT systems such as Word, Excel and databases
Helping with pupil welfare and first aid (training provided)
About the Candidate
Working for Prospere Learning Trust
Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.
High quality CPD for all roles
Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses
Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff
Good holidays – teachers as per School Teachers’ Pay and Conditions Document; non-teachers receive 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service
Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free
Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines
Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans
Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible
Mental Health First Aid in every school
Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more
bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk
About Us
To apply for this job role, please complete the application form and email it to: jobs@prospere.org.uk
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We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.
This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.
We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, *** and ****** orientation
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Admin Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Admin Executive sector. This role in Manchester offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Admin Executive is a plus.