Business Administrator (Hurstpierpoint College (HET))
30 days left to apply
Hassocks (On-Site)
Contract, Part time
No DBS check required
£24,294 - £26,421 per annum pro rata
20-25
Job introduction
Salary: £24,294 - £26,421 per annum pro rata
Contract type: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Closing date: Saturday, 30 November 2024.
How to apply: please send your CV to Hannah Harvey at HHarvey@hurst.education
Who to contact if you have a query: please also contact HHarvey@hurst.education
About the role
Background
The Hurst Education Trust (HET) is a Church of England Multi-Academy Trust set up in partnership with a local independent school. It exists to provide a unique offer to local schools in the Mid Sussex area.
Schools who are part of the Hurst Education Trust receive a high-quality education support package focused on the “Good to Outstanding” journey and access to Hurst College’s facilities, including sports and academic provision together with specialist facilities including the theatre, farm and chapel. Importantly, schools retain their individuality, including their name, uniform and curriculum.
The Trust and its schools are open, welcoming and inclusive, embracing pupils of all faiths and none, committed to the flourishing of all of its pupils. Diversity is celebrated and equal opportunities available to all. It is our belief that there are core common values universally recognised across faith boundaries, dignity, compassion, the removal of disadvantage and discrimination, empathy and encouragement which help foster and create a positive school environment in which all individuals can thrive and grow.
Job Purpose and Summary
The post holder will be part of the HET central team based in the Trust centre offices, currently located just outside Hassocks. They will not only be the first point of contact for all stakeholders contacting HET, creating a vital first impression, but also responsible for the general administrative duties required in support of the HET central team including the CEO, Director of Education, Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Chief Financial Officer.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- To receive incoming calls to the HET, providing information or redirecting to others as required.
- To meet and greet visitors, welcoming them to HET and escorting them to meetings.
- To complete general clerical and administrative tasks, including diary management for the CEO and Director of Education
- To ensure that administrative activities are effectively and efficiently undertaken and to provide excellent service to the overall running of the HET.
- Provide general administrative support including producing letters, documents, presentations and spreadsheets.
- Undertake general administration in support of the Deputy Financial Officer.
- Produce lists, information and data e.g. standard/statutory returns.
- Maintain accurate records via management information systems.
- Open, sort and distribute incoming mail and post outgoing mail.
- Assist with arrangements for academy visits and events.
- Maintain stocks and supplies.
To apply, please send your CV to Hannah Harvey at HHarvey@hurst.education
For enquiries, please also contact HHarvey@hurst.education
Applications will be considered as they are received.
The Hurst Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Additional information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is part-time or term-time only.