Havelock Academy is now recruiting for a Temporary Administration Assistant. This role could be your next career opportunity.
If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.
We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Educated to GCSE level/ NVQ level 2 or equivalent, including English and Maths
Experience working in an administration team
Be a skilled user of Microsoft Office, with the ability to produce, create and edit documents using word, excel, power-point and outlook
ECDL/ formal administration/ project management Qualifications would all be desirable
Experience arranging diaries and meetings

ABOUT THE DAVID ROSS EDUCATION TRUST

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.
We broaden the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.
Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.
Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.
We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation’s vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a key role within the Academy to work alongside the senior administrator and/ or the Academy Operations Manager (AOM) to provide competent clerical, administrative and secretarial support to the senior leadership team (SLT) and wider team.
The post holder will be primarily responsible for communicating with the principal, SLT, parents/ carers, DRET Head Office team and third party suppliers and contractors.
Provide administrative support to the Academy team, dealing with confidential and sensitive issues in a timely, professional and competent manner.
Support the Principal and support the wider staff team as appropriate
Support the Principal and SLT with coordinating events including, but not limited to, Opening Evenings, Parents Evenings and Music Concerts.
Respond to reports of accidents and injuries and escalate legal claims where appropriate.
Provide a ‘keyboard resource’ including: typing letters, building and maintaining records and preparing files to support the staff team to meet internal and external deadlines as required.
Undertake general administration duties including photocopying, scanning and filing and front of house reception presence
Support with the coordination of often confidential meetings as agreed with the Principal and SLT.
Communicate with Parents and Carers verbally and via written letters, e-mails and ‘Bromcom’ messages. Liaise with the Principal, SLT, Staff, and Head Office teams to communicate and bring matters to resolution.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ADVISED. WE RECEIVE HIGH NUMBERS OF APPLICATIONS FOR OUR ROLES AND THEREFORE HAVE TO CLOSE THE VACANCY PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE IN ORDER TO REVIEW CANDIDATES’ DETAILS AGAINST OUR JOB CRITERIA BEFORE SHORTLISTING OR RE-OPENING THE VACANCY.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.
It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.
The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.