Job Description

Join us as a Regional Administrator: Empower Futures!

Working hours: Part-Time, 30 hours per week, including 30 min unpaid lunch (8:30am - 3pm)

Do you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment? Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional?

Well at Progress Schools, that's just the approach we take.

Our top-notch benefits go beyond the basics--enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app that is jam packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources and dedicated counselling support. And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too.
Your work-life balance matters. That's why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible.
And why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students. So we want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools.
But that's not all, we also offer...

Professional Development:

Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. 3.5k per colleague!

Financial Security:

Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.

Family-Friendly Policies:

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.

Health and Wellbeing Cashback:

Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to 900 annually.

Recognition Awards:

Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards.

Referral Bonus:

500 for referring top talent.

Exclusive Discounts:

MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards

Weekly drop ins with Senior Leaders:

Connect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT

Group Connection:

Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review.

Who are we looking for from you?

Qualifications:

English and Maths at Level 2 / GCSE grade 4 or higher. A qualification in Business Administration is desirable.

Administrative Skills:

Effective administrative and organisational abilities with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.

Communication:

Able to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of audiences including children, parents, carers, and colleagues. Capable of handling complex referral cases and engaging all relevant parties.

Motivation & Attitude:

Highly motivated, energetic, and enthusiastic. Approachable, fosters positive relationships, and maintains high expectations.

Caseload Management:

Demonstrates the ability to manage caseloads efficiently and resolve issues proactively, without needing to be prompted.

Teamwork:

A collaborative team player who supports colleagues and is committed to the organisation's mission.

Parental Engagement:

Experience of working effectively in partnership with parents and external referring partners.

Inspection Experience:

Experience with Ofsted inspections under the non-association independent schools framework is desirable.

Safeguarding Knowledge:

Strong understanding of equality of opportunity, safeguarding, child protection, and inclusion, particularly in settings with high levels of vulnerable children.

Problem-Solving:

Able to swiftly identify and address issues, ensuring follow-up and closure on all matters.

Time Management:

Capable of working effectively under pressure, prioritising tasks appropriately, and meeting tight deadlines.

Sector Experience:

Experience in secondary education is desirable.

Student Engagement:

Builds rapport with children, relating well to their interests and enthusiasm.

About the School:

Progress Schools

is part of

The Progress Group,

the Group is made up of six business units, each of which aspires to innovate, influence, and inspire others through high-quality and purposeful education and training. Progress Schools is a national group of 13 independent OFSTED-regulated schools.
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How to Apply:

Ready to be a part of our journey? Submit your application with a brief note about your training philosophy by clicking APPLY. If you have any further queries, then please get in touch with our friendly recruitment team by emailing recruitment@theprogress-group.co.uk
Let's redefine education together!

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Diversity and Inclusion Statement:

The Progress Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, skin colour, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. All employment decisions are based on merit, job requirements, and business needs.

Safeguarding Statement:

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting all children and young people by implementing robust safer recruitment practices. For details of our commitment to safer recruitment please visit our website for further information.

Note:

We are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role.