Job Description

We are seeking an Academy Administrator as soon as possible to join our team to provide administrative tasks throughout the academy, while maintaining a professional, transparent and consistent demeanour in line with the academy values and ethos. The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a strong Administration Department in our highly successful academy which holds a good Ofsted status.

Personal Qualities

The successful applicant should have qualifications in Maths and English at minimum 4 (C) grade GCSE or equivalent Level 2 qualification.It is desirable that the applicant has further relevant qualifications e.g. A levels or Level 3 qualifications.

Applicants should be hardworking, enthusiastic and have a high level of commitment and ability to focus on fostering the teaching and learning and personal development of Year 7 to 13 students.

Responsibilities of the Post Holder

The responsibilities of the postholder will be in accordance with the Academy Administrator job description.

Remuneration and Working Time

The hours of work required for the role are 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Friday 8am to 3.30pm, term time plus inset days (39 weeks per annum). Annual salary for this post will be in accordance with the Academy's Support Staff Pay Scale, which is Pay Scale, Band 2 Point 11, (within band 11-16), and actual salary offered will be £20,194 per annum. Salaries are reviewed by national negotiation with effect from 1st April each year. Progression through the pay scale is subject to an acceptable performance management review process.

We can offer you:

• A highly supportive and friendly working environment

• Opportunities for Financial training, development and accreditation.

• Cycle-to-work Scheme

• 24/7 Free Employee Assistance Programme (offering individual support, information and advice including financial, legal and home-life and work-related issues)

• CPD opportunities and Internal Promotion

• Up to 25% Gym Membership

• Free staff car park

• Essex Working Well Wellbeing Service (health and wellbeing support and guidance)

• Access to Workplace Health Champions

• Access to Mental Health First Aiders

Application Process

If you are interested in the position and wish to discuss the post prior to application, please email Mrs. Dorcas Ologunde, Director of HR at d.ologunde@plume.essex.sch.uk, to arrange a telephone conversation. We are very proud of our academy and what we can offer new members of our collaborative team. The Director of HR will be pleased to discuss the post and provide more information about the post and the academy in general.

To apply please complete the Online Plume Academy online application form (https://plumetrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-PT-0129) by the closing date and time stated (unaccompanied CV's or third-party application forms will not be accepted).

Closing Date:noon Monday 23 February 2026.

Interviews: W/C 23 February 2026.

Plume Academy remains fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Information about the School

Work at a place where you feel valued and recognised. An environment where imagination and creativity counts. Work with us.

Currently the third largest secondary school in Essex as a single academy trust and growing, we are focused on enhancing our future structure and have roles where we are seeking people who can bring fresh perspectives and new variety for the benefits of our students. At Plume Academy you will find the space to develop your talents, the freedom to contribute and the opportunity to grow as part of our welcoming and inclusive family. Employing over 250 staff, from teaching and learning to management and administration, you will find opportunities at every level, across both of our campuses.

Our people share a determination to push boundaries, think differently and achieve more. As an employee, you’ll play a crucial part in assisting with our continual development. In return, we will support, nurture and reward you with benefits from training and development to responsibility recognition.

Plume had a successful Ofsted inspection in November 2023 and was judged a ‘good’ Academy. Ofsted acknowledged the high quality of teaching and excellent relationships in the Academy.

Plume Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are therefore subject to satisfactory DBS and Immigration Checks, demonstration of ability, together with the receipt of references.

If you would like to telephone the HR Department prior to completing the application form, they would be pleased to discuss the role in further detail and arrange a visit to the academy.

We look forward to hearing from you!