Leigh Academies Trust has a fantastic opportunity to appoint a Central Admissions Officer. Our successful candidate will be pivotal to the smooth running of the admissions process by providing highly effective support to the academies allocated to them. Whilst previous experience of working in a school environment is desirable, this is not essential. In this pivotal position, you'll ensure a seamless admissions journey for two of our secondary academies in the South East.
We are looking for a motivated, enthusiastic team player, committed to providing excellent service on behalf of the Trust to the academy and above all else have a positive work ethic and can-do attitude.
Reporting directly to the Governance Professional, you will become a valued member of a dynamic team. This role serves as the primary point of contact for all admissions-related inquiries. A personable and professional demeanor is crucial in this customer-facing position, which necessitates close collaboration with various stakeholders, including Senior Leadership Teams, colleagues, the Local Authority, and parents. Furthermore, the Trust is committed to fostering professional development opportunities and encourages ongoing collaboration among team members throughout the academic year.
Essential skills:
- Excellent organisational and planning skills
- Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail
- Demonstrate a high level of initiative
- Computer literacy in the usual office applications
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Committed and enthusiastic
- Excellent attendance and time-keeping record.
The working basis of the role is 37 hours per week, term time + 2 weeks inset, actual salary £23,006 - £24,963 per annum (£26,079-£28,297 FTE)
For any queries in regards to the application process, please contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Coordinator) on charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk / 01634 412 245.
Being part of Leigh Academies Trust
As of 1st September 2024, our Trust comprises 33 geographically organised academies (17 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating more than 24,000 students and employing 4,000 talented staff. Currently, 16 of our academies are considered to be “Outstanding” which is 53% of those which have been inspected whilst part of the Trust. The Trust is establishing three ‘clusters’ of academies: LAT Central; LAT West; LAT North. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider. Our future plans are found in our Vision 2030 document available on our website.
As part of Leigh Academies Trust, you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.
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Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about this in our Recruitment Guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.
Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.