Trust Admin Assistant (The Southfield Trust)

Join Our Team 

The Southfield Multi Academy Trust consists of four outstanding special schools across six sites;

South Downs School, The Lindfield School, Hazel Court School and Summerdown School. 

All provide the best possible educational opportunities for all its SEN learners and their families. 

We Offer 

• A supportive and welcoming staff team
• Staff Wellbeing - Free Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) 
• Opportunities for professional development 
• A dynamic and creative work environment 
• Flexible relief contract on an ad hoc basis to cover operational needs of the Trust
• Term time only. Hourly pay of £13.48ph - based on the Single Status Grade 4.9 / £26,016 (1.0fte)

The Role 

We are looking to build a small team of Relief Admin staff. As a Relief Administrative Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day support to one of our schools when cover is required. Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide General clerical support cover in any of our busy six school front offices when necessary
• To minute meetings and maintain pupil data on the Trust’s information system, Bromcom and submit Census Returns.
• Using standard Microsoft software including Excel
• Knowledge around Safeguarding
• To communicate with across Trust team members and liaise with professionals, agencies and parents.

About You 

We are looking for candidates who have: 

• A genuine passion for education and the well-being of children
• A drive to deliver a high standard of customer service
• Excellent communication and word processing skills 
• Excellent organisational skills and able to work to deadlines
• The ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the Trust
• Patience, flexibility, and a positive attitude 
• Self-motivated

How to Apply

Shortlisting and interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

For more information about the Trust and to apply please visit our website: www.thesouthfieldtrust.com where you can find the Support Staff Application forms Job Description & Personal Specification.

We do not accept CVs. We are unable to offer overseas sponsorship.

We look forward to receiving your application which can be sent to: [email protected]

The Southfield Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment will be subject to pre-employment checks including satisfactory DBS Enhanced clearance and references. This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.