Administration Assistant
Ellesmere Park High School, Manchester, M30 9BP8 days remaining to apply
Start date details
September 2025
Closing date
22 July 2025 at 9am
Date listed
1 July 2025
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 SCP 6 – 8 (£22,692.38 - £23,052.13)
Administration Assistant job summary
Administration Assistant
📍 Location: Ellesmere Park High School
💰 Salary: Grade 3 SCP 6 – 8 (£22,692.38 - £23,052.13)
⏳ Contract: 36 hours per week, Working Term Time plus 10 days
📅 Start Date: September 2025.
At Ellesmere Park High School, our values of Vibrant, Inclusive and Proud are more than just words – they define who we are. Ask any student, and they’ll tell you what makes this school special: the people. We are a warm, welcoming, and close-knit community, where everyone – from students to staff – feels part of something truly positive.
Our school is a place where every individual is valued, every talent is nurtured, and where our commitment to excellence is matched by our belief in kindness, creativity, and support. Don’t just take our word for it – our students, Abigail and Mae, say it best:
"It’s a perfect mix of focused learning and an enjoyable environment… you’ll be joining a family, not just a workplace."
We are now seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised Administration Assistant to join our friendly and supportive admin team. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled professional who enjoys working collaboratively, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to making a difference in the daily running of a vibrant secondary school.
About the Role
You will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the school by providing a high standard of administrative and organisational support. This includes handling reception duties, responding to queries, supporting attendance and first aid procedures, updating school systems and records, and assisting with events and trips.
You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, so a welcoming and professional manner is essential. No two days are the same, so flexibility and a positive attitude are a must.
We’re looking for someone who has:
- Experience in an administrative or customer-facing role
- Strong ICT skills, especially in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A calm, professional, and friendly manner under pressure
- A genuine desire to be part of a community where people matter
Experience in a school or education setting is desirable but not essential – we’re more interested in your approach, values, and willingness to learn.
In return, we offer:
- A supportive and inclusive working environment
- A highly rewarding role within a school that values your wellbeing and development
- Full induction and excellent CPD opportunities through the school and Consilium Trust
- Access to a wide range of staff benefits, including:
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- 34 days annual leave (pro rata, support staff only)
- Enhanced occupational sick pay
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Vivup staff discount platform
- Salary sacrifice electronics scheme
- Occupational health support
About Ellesmere Park High School
Ellesmere Park High School is a thriving secondary school in Salford, serving the communities of Eccles and Monton. We are proud to be part of Consilium Academies, a Multi-Academy Trust dedicated to improving the life chances of all children, with a strong commitment to inclusion, equality and professional development.
We serve over 800 students, with a diverse intake and a reputation for strong support, high expectations, and a rich and inclusive curriculum. Whether through our Enhanced SEND Provision, student-led newspaper club, or Friday lunchtime music performances, this is a school where opportunity, ambition and community shine through every day.
Applications and Information
If you are passionate about facilities management and want to be part of a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you.
For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.
If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Ellesmere Park High School, please contact Hayley.silcock@consilium-at.com
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 22nd July 2025 09.00am
Interviews will take place on Friday 25th July 2025.
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.
We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!
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, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.
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 their customer facing roles have the necessary standard of spoken English
Further information about the job
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Ellesmere Park High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 798 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ellesmere Park High School website
School location
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