Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Business Support professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in providing administrative assistance, ensuring smooth operations, and will work closely with our Directors of Education and our Lead Mentor (ECF and SCITT) This position requires strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

As part of our Central Team, you will: Be responsible for the day to day management of the Central Office Work in collaboration with the education team at SJCMAT, putting every child first and focussing on the Trusts key priorities Provide high-quality administrative support for the delivery of Initial Teacher Training (ITT) and Early Career Teacher (ECT) programmes Povide administrative and organisational support to the education team, contributing to the success of all academies across the Trust

Skills

What we are Looking For:
A passion for education and making a difference

A dynamic and forward-thinking professional

A common-sense, resilient and hard-working approach

Strong communication and organisational skills

A keen eye for detail and meticulous approach to work

If you are passionate about providing exceptional business support and thrive in a collaborative setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

There are many good reasons to work with us. We have a real sense of community, striving to make a difference to children's education. You will be part of the wider Archdiocese family and in the company of some of the best people in education. We also offer a variety of benefits, such as:

Central office in the iconic Port of Liverpool Building

Work alongside a supportive Central team in a values-driven organisation

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Flexible working

Access to extensive professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Competitive terms and conditions of employment

The list is not exhaustive and will grow as the Trust matures.

This role is based at the Trust's central office in the Port of Liverpool Building. The role also requires travel to the schools, when needed.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Amy Fidler, afidler@sjcmat.co.uk.

Application Process

We only accept applications through our Applicant Tracking System please visit our applicant page for the job description and person specification and to make your application at https://stjosephcatholicmultiacademytrust.face-ed.co.uk/Vacancies/Detail?campaignRef=SCH-SJCMAT-0016

Safeguarding Information

St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced disclosure and barring service check. In addition, as part of the shortlisting process, and in accordance with statutory guidance, we will carry out an online search (for publicly available material) to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened which we may want to explore with shortlisted applicants at interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 24,790.00-26,409.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Health & wellbeing programme Sick pay
Language:

English (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/08/2025