Job Description

Job profile

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The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

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Job reference

REQ00005006

Date posted

14/07/2025

Application closing date

12/08/2025

Location

Mexborough (The Laurel Academy)

Salary

Grade C Points 4 to 6 (24,404 to 25,183 Full Time Equivalent) subject to pro rata. The minimum actual pro rata salary per annum for this job starts at 21,083.33.

Annual weeks

39 (Term Time Only plus 5 Days)

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Job category/type

Administration

Administration Officer

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Job description

The Laurel Academy are looking to appoint an Administration Officer to join our academy as soon as possible on a full time, permanent basis.



Do you want to work for a Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England? If so, this could be the role for you.

Your new role

As an Administration Officer, you will provide routine clerical, administrative support and provide additional support in receptionist duties as required at the Academy.



Please see the attached job description on our website for the essential criteria and more information about the role.



If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position, then we would very much like to hear from you.

Your new school

The Laurel Academy is an 11 to 16 Academy of 800 pupils serving the town of Mexborough and its surrounding area. The Laurel has a rich history within the town since it was established in 1904 and has numerous notable alumni including Poet Laureate Ted Hughes. Mexborough is an ex mining town with a strong sense of community and some wonderful pupils. People who visit the Academy always comment on the excellent behaviour and conduct of the pupils and the welcoming ethos of the Academy. The Laurel is a great place to work where you can make a real difference to the lives of young people. In April 2023 Ofsted rated our school 'Good' in all areas.



If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience required for this position then we would very much like to hear from you.



You will be joining an ambitious, committed and hardworking team who are passionate about the difference we can make to our young people, staff, families and the wider community.

Why join us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.



As a Trust, we have developed an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your

Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing

. Here are just a few examples in each area...

Financial Wellbeing

:

Membership to either the

Teachers' Pension Scheme

or

the Local Government Pension Scheme

Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme

Access to an

extensive

discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing:

24/7 access to an online GP

or Advanced Nurse Practitioner for you & your household

Gym & fitness discounts

Cycle to Work

scheme

Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing:

Access to an industry leading

Employee Assistance Programme

Menopause Support Service

Trained

Mental Health First Aiders

in all our settings

Subject to ensuring NMW is maintained*

Holiday Entitlement: minimum 35 days

(subject to pro rata if working part time and dependent upon salary and continuous service) including statutory Bank Holidays.


In accordance with DfE Keeping Children Safe in Education, an online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview. Any relevant information will be discussed further with the applicant during the recruitment process.