Job Description
Job Title: Administrator - Education Programmes Assistant
School: Lift Schools central team
Location: Ed City, 3rd Floor, 1EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TF 3 days and 2 WFH
Salary: £27,000 - £31,000 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
An exciting opportunity to join a friendly MAT in a gorgeous new building providing admin support to the Education & Primary Directors
Your new organisation
Lift Schools are one of the largest multi-academy trusts in the country made up of 58 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils. Our incredible Chief Executive, Rebecca (Becks) Boomer-Clark, joined in 2021 and has a clear objective, an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day regardless of background, geography or ability. We are based in Ed City, a gorgeous modern building with great facilities and a short walk from White City (Central line) and Wood Lane (Circle and Hammersmith & City lines). You’ll be in the office 3 days per week Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and working from home Tuesdays and Fridays.
Your new role
Reporting into Natalie Straker, Education Programmes Coordinator, you will be provided with support and a structured introduction to the central team, training on the system and a friendly manager on hand. The role of the Education Programmes Assistant is to provide support for the Education Programmes office. This will include administrative support for the Education Director and Director of Primary. This role focuses primarily on coordination, logistics, and senior leader support, working closely with the Education Programmes Administrator who leads on core programme administration. This role will support the Education Programmes Coordinator in ensuring all aspects of the Education Programmes Office run smoothly including meeting support, Principal events, arranging travel, diary management and uploading expenses. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop strong experience in education operations within a large multi-academy trust
What you’ll need to succeed
You will be able to manage your own time effectively and respond well to a changing environment. You will have good IT skills including calendars, spreadsheets and document production and generally great administrative skills, in particular high levels of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to communicate professionally and clearly with a wide range of stakeholders.
If you would like a confidential discussion or have any questions ahead of applying we’d love to hear from you. Please contact the recruitment manager, Jessica Billows on jbillows@liftschools.org
Closing date: Saturday 21st February
Interview date: Monday 2nd March in person at Ed City
We offer you:
Comprehensive training: Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram and Linkedin. Further details can be found on our careers page.
Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details.
School: Lift Schools central team
Location: Ed City, 3rd Floor, 1EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TF 3 days and 2 WFH
Salary: £27,000 - £31,000 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Start date: ASAP
An exciting opportunity to join a friendly MAT in a gorgeous new building providing admin support to the Education & Primary Directors
Your new organisation
Lift Schools are one of the largest multi-academy trusts in the country made up of 58 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils. Our incredible Chief Executive, Rebecca (Becks) Boomer-Clark, joined in 2021 and has a clear objective, an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day regardless of background, geography or ability. We are based in Ed City, a gorgeous modern building with great facilities and a short walk from White City (Central line) and Wood Lane (Circle and Hammersmith & City lines). You’ll be in the office 3 days per week Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays and working from home Tuesdays and Fridays.
Your new role
Reporting into Natalie Straker, Education Programmes Coordinator, you will be provided with support and a structured introduction to the central team, training on the system and a friendly manager on hand. The role of the Education Programmes Assistant is to provide support for the Education Programmes office. This will include administrative support for the Education Director and Director of Primary. This role focuses primarily on coordination, logistics, and senior leader support, working closely with the Education Programmes Administrator who leads on core programme administration. This role will support the Education Programmes Coordinator in ensuring all aspects of the Education Programmes Office run smoothly including meeting support, Principal events, arranging travel, diary management and uploading expenses. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop strong experience in education operations within a large multi-academy trust
What you’ll need to succeed
You will be able to manage your own time effectively and respond well to a changing environment. You will have good IT skills including calendars, spreadsheets and document production and generally great administrative skills, in particular high levels of accuracy and attention to detail and the ability to communicate professionally and clearly with a wide range of stakeholders.
If you would like a confidential discussion or have any questions ahead of applying we’d love to hear from you. Please contact the recruitment manager, Jessica Billows on jbillows@liftschools.org
Closing date: Saturday 21st February
Interview date: Monday 2nd March in person at Ed City
We offer you:
Comprehensive training: Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
Follow us on Facebook, X, Instagram and Linkedin. Further details can be found on our careers page.
Lift Schools is recruiting for Teacher Training placements. Please click here to view the website for further details.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Education Programmes Assistant position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in London 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 Education Jobs is a plus.
