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Oak Wood Primary School is a thriving special school that caters for 140 primary pupils. All pupils have an ECHP and are supported through personalised curriculums. Position Overview We are seeking to recruit an administrator to join our school community, based within our primary school office. The successful applicant will support the school by developing and maintaining good relationships with colleagues, parents, and pupils, in addition to core administrative duties. Responsibilities Develop and maintain good relationships with colleagues, parents, and pupils. Provide administrative support, including accurate record keeping and data entry. Use office equipment and administrative software, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel. Prioritise workload, organise tasks, and maintain an eye for detail. Show an empathetic approach toward pupils as they progress on their learning journey. Be proactive, creative and flexible to support the school's daily needs. Undergo core training and participate in professional development opportunities. Qualifications Good literacy and numeracy skills. Experience working in a school environment (preferred). Proficiency in office equipment and word processing software. Well organised, proactive and able to prioritise workload. Motivated, creative and enthusiastic approach to work. Benefits A wonderful school with the most rewarding pupils and families. A nurturing group of staff committed to helping pupils achieve their potential. A strong ethos and collaborative working environment. Dedicated teaching assistants and pastoral support. A rigorous induction programme and opportunities for quality professional development. Close links with the local community. Competitive remuneration package. A generous defined benefit pension scheme. Excellent continuous professional development. Bespoke training and support from the Trust team to meet your needs. Employee Assistance Programme providing practical and emotional support. Employee benefits scheme offering discounts on everyday and lifestyle essentials. Free on site parking. Subsidised eye care for extended users of VDU. Health Cash Plan. Gym membership scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Additional Information To apply: Closing date: Tuesday 10th March Interview date: Tuesday 17th April 2026. Start date: 13th April 2026 or sooner. Visits to the school are encouraged; please contact the primary school on . Central England Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Posts are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.

Principal: Ms J Schofield Required: As Soon As Possible Facilities Assistant Actual Salary (£25185 - £26403) Level 4 37 Hours Per Week Whole Year The Discovery Academy is seeking to appoint a Facilities Assistant to form part of the Facilities Team. The successful candidate should have proven industry experience of carrying out routine general maintenance with a commitment to a high standard of working and have a good understanding of security issues. The ability to converse at ease with members of the public, including staff and students in accurate spoken English is essential for the post, therefore postholders must be able to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence through the medium of English. At the heart of everything we do is an unremitting desire for our students to become successful and responsible young people who make a positive contribution to our academy and the wider community. To do this, we need the very best people, who we will support to be outstanding practitioners. Do you want to be a part of this success? If you do, we would love to receive your application. Our Purpose At the Discovery Academy our purpose is that we are committed to "delivering ambitious, high-quality teaching and learning every lesson, every day that overcomes inequality and allows every student to achieve success". As an Academy we have created a culture around our core values of Pride, Respect and Commitment to ensure high expectations, positive relationships, and support for all students. We believe having high expectations of behaviour and attitudes enables teachers to teach and students to develop in a caring, supportive environment. Why Discovery? The Discovery Academy is one of the largest Academies in Stoke-on-Trent. It boasts a £21 million building with world class facilities, including extensive sport and recreation areas. The building design has a faculty-based organisation in which subject areas are co-located to foster collaboration and project-based learning opportunities. There are an extensive range of vocational and academic facilities across the Academy. The Trust The Academy is part of the Alpha Academies Trust which is located in Stoke-on-Trent and consists of two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools and a Central Team. Alpha Academies Trust has been established to create a network of primary and secondary academies in North Staffordshire. Our purpose is to deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. This means that we recruit outstanding staff and make their professional development a number one priority. The Benefits of Working for Our Trust The Trust offers a benefits package which includes a good pension scheme with a current employer contribution of 24.2%, discounted gym membership for on-site gyms and a 25% discount at Nuffield Health Stoke Fitness & Wellbeing Gym, free on-site parking, subsidised meals and a Cyclescheme. Annual leave entitlement starts from 28 days, increasing to 33 days after 5 years' service. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme through Care first including counselling services to ensure that our staff are looked after and supported. Alpha Academies are committed to staff development and all staff are encouraged to be members of the Chartered College of Teaching. This is financed by the Trust and colleagues are encouraged to access their resources and embark upon their qualifications. We're Disability Confident! Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability Confident Employer which means that it has made commitments to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. Should you require any reasonable adjustments during any point of the application process, please contact our HR/Recruitment Team at to discuss. Our Commitment to Safeguarding The Alpha Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its employees and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced check by the Disclosure and Barring Service, as well as an online social media check along with other stringent vetting and induction processes. How to Apply We want people who are prepared to make a difference to a child's life and inspire others. We want a community that thrives on Ambition, Respect and Resilience in a culture of belonging. If you have these qualities and want to be part of our team, please come and join us. To apply, visit our website's vacancies page at Click on 'Explore Available Opportunities,' find the vacancy you wish to apply for, and simply click on the 'Apply Now' button at the top of the page, which will direct you to the Alpha Academies Trust vacancy portal. If you're already registered, please log in to submit your application. New users can register using the sign-up option and proceed to submit your application. Should you need any further information regarding your application please contact our Recruitment Team by email at . Visits to our Academy are warmly welcomed, please contact the Academy to arrange a mutually convenient appointment. Closing Date for this Post: Monday 16th March 2026 at 9:00am Interview Date: Week Commencing Monday 23rd March 2026

Go back Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Administration Lead The closing date is 19 March 2026 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a professional, organised and proactive individual to take on the role as the Administration Lead for the Children and Young People Primary Mental Health Service. This pivotal role will require liaising closely with the team manager, administrative team and clinicians to ensure that all administrative tasks/duties that underpin our services run seamlessly. The post holder will be expected to work professionally to a very high standard, work autonomously, making decisions and offering advice and support to their team and be able to work to deadlines to meet targets. If you are a strong team player, have previous experience of line management or leading/coordinating an administrative service, have the ability to motivate others and would like to make a real difference in delivering high quality care to the children and young people across the Fylde Coast this could be the role for you. Main duties of the job The post holder will be required to provide a comprehensive, consistent and efficient secretarial and administration service to the Children and Young People's Primary Mental Health Service. The service consists of a Mental Health Support Team, Primary Mental Health Workers and Children and Young People's Wellbeing Practitioners. The role will involve acting as a personal assistant to the team manager. You will be responsible for supporting the team, with management and administration duties. An essential part of the role is the ability to manage and prioritise your own workload without direct supervision, including diary management, dealing with telephone calls and enquiries, preparing agendas, attending and typing minutes of meetings and random quality checking of work. Other duties will include the use of Microsoft Office applications such as Word, preparing PowerPoint presentations, developing Excel spreadsheets, good keyboard skills, data processing, information technology, communication and organisational skills. Aspects of clerical and secretarial work are undergoing changes and development across the Trust, which may include new ways of working, technology, methods, systems and procedures. The post holder will be expected, following appropriate consultation and training, to embrace any such changes in working practices and to help other admin and clerical staff to develop their knowledge and skills in these areas. About us Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire. As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it is not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south. The Options4CYP teams within Blackpool Teaching Hospitals work with children, young people and families having a strong work ethic of support for each other, with all team members seen as equals. We have an ethos of person-centred service for our clients as well as good self-care being encouraged within the team. This also extends to each other as colleagues, leading to a strong and motivated team. Job responsibilities For detailed description of the role, please see job description. Some of the main duties and responsibilities include: Administrative: Collate, attend and minute the relevant meetings as required by the team manager and senior staff, and ensure booking of meeting rooms to ensure all is coordinated as appropriate. Manage appointment changes as requested. Under the direction of the team manager, organise appointments for ad hoc meetings and waiting list initiatives. Monitor appointments on a regular basis to ensure efficiency, making sure that any spreadsheets and systems are kept updated. Clinical: Type occasional reports and other clinical/non-clinical correspondence, using word processing packages. This would include multi-agency reports, developmental reports, referral letters, appointment letters etc. Compose, as required, urgent letters requiring tact, sympathy and understanding, on behalf of the CYP Primary Mental Health Service staff. Following authorisation by the staff, ensure that discharge correspondence to schools, GPs, and other education and health colleagues are dispatched promptly and efficiently. Following authorisation by a staff member, ensure correspondence to clients and/or families is dispatched promptly and efficiently Leadership: To assist with management duties in accordance with trust policies and procedures in relation to induction, mandatory training, recruitment and annual leave. Establish and maintain administrative systems appropriate to the team including the use of shared drive filing systems Establish and maintain administrative pathways and processes for appropriate to the team Provide reports for the Service Lead and Team leader as requested including key performance indicator reports. Person Specification Qualifications 5 GCSE's/0'levels including English or equivalent Advanced word processing skills/qualifications RSA II/RSA III or relevant significant experience Business Administration Level 3 ECDL or IT qualification Skills and Competency Ability to work on your own initiative and conscientious Must have the ability to prioritise your own workload Strong work ethic Efficient and enthusiastic Experience of implementing pathways and processes Ability to respond to changes in service/adaptable/open to change Problem solving ability Diplomatic and confident Experience working under pressure and to tight deadlines Excellent communication skills and willingness to work as a team member Willingness to be flexible to meet the demands of the department Knowledge Knowledge of health service IT systems Good knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office applications such as word, PowerPoint and Excel Previous Experience Previous experience working in an office environment (Minimum 2yrs) Health Service Experience, including the use of IT systems including EMIS Experience of managing telephone enquiries and sometimes difficult, challenging people during telephone calls Experience of working and liaising with a wide variety of agencies and stakeholders Special Attributes Standard and current satisfactory DBS disclosure for the role Ability to personally manage a sensitive, traumatic and potentially emotionally distressing information Excellent oral and written communication skills Personal Qualities Self-motivated Able to travel to meet the requirements of the post Team Player Excellent time management and organisational skills Able to meet the physical requirements of the role after reasonable adjustments have been made for any illness or disability. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address CYP Primary Mental Health Service, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals CYP Primary Mental Health Service, Blackpool Teaching Hospitals