Job Description

Competitive salary with progression opportunities + Local Government Pension Scheme + 24/7 access to a free virtual GP Service + collaborative MAT network + additional

LAT benefits

.

Looking to build your career in recruitment and HR within a rewarding, education-focused environment?

At

The Leigh Institute

, we're offering more than just a job - this is your opportunity to grow your skills, make a real difference, and be part of a passionate, supportive team shaping the future of education.


As a

Recruitment Administrator

, you'll play a vital role in helping future teachers and apprentices find their path. From managing the full recruitment journey to attending events and supporting with onboarding, your work will directly impact candidate experiences and outcomes.

Why join us?

Real development opportunities:

Gain hands-on experience across recruitment, compliance, events, and stakeholder engagement

A chance to make a difference:

Help aspiring teachers and apprentices take their first steps into education and training

Variety and challenge:

No two days are the same! You'll be screening applicants, supporting interviews, attending events, and improving processes

A collaborative culture:

Be part of a friendly, ambitious and supportive team that values your ideas and input

This is a fixed term opportunity, working 37 hours per week (8.00am - 4.00pm) with 4 days in the office and 1 working from home. Interviews are hoping to take place on Wednesday 12th November.

Working with us at The Leigh Institute

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The Leigh Institute is our hub for professional learning, talent development and school improvement across Leigh Academies Trust and its partners. Bringing together four specialist organisations, The Leigh Institute offers a comprehensive, joined-up approach to training and development, grounded in the belief that our people are the key to success. From teacher training and apprenticeships to leadership development and school support, we provide high-impact opportunities for growth, collaboration and innovation across the sector.

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Applying for this Opportunity

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Thank you for your interest in joining us. If you'd like to find out more about this role or arrange a visit to the academy, please don't hesitate to contact Charlotte Herberts (Recruitment Advisor): charlotte.herberts@latrust.org.uk /

01634 412 245

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To support your application, we recommend viewing the

Job Pack

by

clicking here

,

which outlines the full role responsibilities and person specification. This will guide you in preparing a strong application and understanding what we're looking for.


Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview before the closing date. All applications must be submitted through our online application form prior to the deadline.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding, Equality & Diversity

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Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates - you can read more about it on our

Careers site

. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.


As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not discriminating on any grounds.