Office Administrator

Job Description

Unity Primary Academy has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join the school and REAch2 Academy Trust as an Office Administrator. The office administrator supports the office coordinator to ensure the daily administration and smooth running of the school office. The office is the hub of the school where a wide range of demands need to be met to a very high professional standard. This role will be the first point of contact for parents, carers, volunteers, contractors and other members of the community, as well as governors, staff, and pupils.
At Unity Primary Academy there's a real opportunity to be a pioneer in new ways of educating tomorrows generation. We want to provide the highest standard of education for our pupils, and we are looking for talented and committed staff to join us on this journey.

We offer:

• Dynamic leadership that values your contribution.
• Specialised support teams focused on behaviour, curriculum, and SEN.
• Personalised mentoring to help you grow in your role.
• A supportive environment where you're never alone in facing obstacles.
• Opportunities to learn about best practice in managing pupil behaviour in the classroom.
• Comprehensive training to equip you with the skills you need.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• A chance to be part of a community that embraces challenges as opportunities for growth.

So, why join us? You'll be working for a trust that understands the day-to-day challenges or working in tough schools and embraces them. We have a growing education community here at Unity Primary Academy, that will help you move forward in your career and learn at a lighting speed.

Candidates should have:

• experience working in a general office / administration environment
• experience working with and be proficient in Microsoft Office packages such as Word and Excel
• experience of reception work - being first point of contact with customers and visitors
• good spoken and written communication skills
• good attention to detail
• the ability to compose a clear message via email or letter
• the ability to meet deadlines
• the ability to work effectively with a wide range of people

In return we can offer:

• A wide range of professional development opportunities,
• Personalised mentoring to help you grow in your role.
• A supportive environment where you're never alone in facing obstacles.
• A competitive salary,
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme LGPS,

For further information about the role come and visit our school! To book your visit or for an informal discussion, please contact the school office. School visits are encouraged but are by appointment only.

Why Work with REAch2 Academy Trust?
Join REAch2 Academy Trust, one of the UK's largest primary academy trusts, with a mission to unlock the potential of every child, regardless of their background. Here's why joining our team can be an exciting and fulfilling career choice:

• Excellence & Development: We prioritise high standards and offer extensive professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Supportive & Collaborative: Be part of a strong, collaborative community of over 60 schools where every voice is valued, and best practices are shared.
• Well-being Focus: We promote a healthy work-life balance and offer robust well-being support for all staff.
• Diversity & Inclusion: We celebrate diversity and believe that varied perspectives strengthen our schools.
• Innovation & Impact: Bring creativity to the classroom and make a real difference in children's lives.
• Making a difference: Working with REAch2 means contributing to something bigger than yourself. You'll be helping to shape the lives of young learners, making a meaningful impact on communities and future generations.

Join us to grow your career, collaborate with passionate educators, and make a lasting impact on future generations.

Benefits

• We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being:
• Generous Annual Leave: healthy work-life balance.
• Professional Development: Access diverse CPD and training opportunities to grow your skills.
• Flexible & Family-Friendly: We are committed to supporting flexible working and requests will be considered on an individual basis, including options such as part time, term-time, home working, and other options that work for both the employee and the Trust.  
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from Blue Light Card offers and employee perks.
• Well-being Support: Receive comprehensive well-being and employee assistance for you and your family.

Join REAch2 for a rewarding career with great benefits!

Safeguarding, Safer Recruitment and Data Protection 
At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils.  

We will seek to recruit the best applicant for the job based on the abilities, qualifications, experience as measured against the job description and person specification. The recruitment and selection of staff will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children's Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity.

For more information about our safer recruitment processes, please see our Safer Recruitment Policy.

All information is stored securely, and any information supplied by unsuccessful candidates will be destroyed through a confidential waste system six months after the decision has been communicated, in accordance with our information and records retention policy. 
The Trust ensures all applicant data is stored and processed appropriately. For further details on how your information will be managed during the recruitment process please refer to our Privacy Notice for Job Applications.  

Information about the School

Unity Primary Academy is a member of the REAch2 Trust; a national family of primary academies committed to raising standards and achieving excellent for all pupils whatever their background or circumstance. Teachers within REAch2 belong to a national community of professionals, and benefit from a wide range of networks and development opportunities across the Trust. In time, our best teachers are able to work across schools, develop specialisms and step up to leadership roles within and beyond their own academy. The Trust provides a strong culture of collaboration and support, together with high expectations for staff and pupils alike.

REAch2 benefits from the involvement of leading educationalists, including our board member Professor John West-Burnham, and strong links to prestigious institutions such as the Institute of Education.