Administration Assistant

Moorside High School, Manchester, M27 0AP

13 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  23 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Grade 3 (NJC scale point 5 – 6)

Administration Assistant job summary

Are you an organised individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same?

As an Administration Assistant, you will provide a wide range of administrative support across the school, acting as a first point of contact for parents, students, staff and visitors. From managing communications and maintaining records to supporting school events, trips and operational systems, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school. You will also support reprographics, reception duties and assist with key school processes and events.

About Us

Moorside High School is a popular and successful school for students aged 11-16 and is proud to be part of Consilium Academies. We are committed to ensuring every student receives the highest quality education, support and opportunities to thrive. Our inclusive ethos, strong values and commitment to excellence create an environment where both students and staff can achieve their full potential.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can provide a professional and welcoming service to students, parents, staff and visitors.
• Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Has strong IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• Can maintain accuracy, confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.
• Remains calm under pressure and demonstrates tact and diplomacy when dealing with sensitive matters.
• Shares our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Why Join Us?

As part of Consilium Academies, you will benefit from:

• Excellent professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Access to Trust-wide networks and support.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Vivup staff benefits platform.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment where wellbeing matters.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role, please see the attached recruitment pack, including the job description and person

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Moorside High School, please contact MHSInfo@consilium-at.com or call 0161 804 4022.

Closing date for applications is 9.00am 23rd November 2026

Interviews will take place on a date to be confirmed.

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and, where applicable, relevant pre-employment checks.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Under Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, the Public Sector Fluency Duty requires state-funded schools to ensure candidates for customer-facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Moorside High School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 1129 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Moorside High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/moorside-high-school-manchester

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