Cover Admin and Exams Support

Outwood Academy Acklam, Middlesbrough, TS5 7JY

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  16 October 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  2 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
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• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Role: Cover Admin and Exam Support Academy: Outwood Academy Acklam Salary (Actual Salary): £22,079 Working Hours: 37 hours (Term Time plus 5 PD days)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 3 (SCP 5-6)

What skills and experience we're looking for

Outwood Academy Acklam is seeking a highly professional and organised Cover and Assessment Administrator to join our team. This pivotal role combines two essential functions: organising daily cover for absent staff and providing critical support for the academy's assessment, data, and examinations processes.

The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for cover logistics, liaising with internal staff and external agencies to ensure continuity of teaching. Simultaneously, you will support the Examinations and Assessment Officer in maintaining accurate student tracking data, managing the administration of all internal and external examinations, and providing broader data and clerical support to the Business Services and SLT teams.

A strong background in administrative duties, excellent clerical skills (including typing/word processing), and proficiency in Microsoft Office packages (Word and Excel) are essential. Full training will be provided to the right professional individual who is committed to supporting the Academy in raising standards in teaching and learning.

To be successful, you should ideally possess a Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in English and Maths. You must have excellent interpersonal skills, in order to allow you to engage with callers and visitors to the Academy, students and staff professionally, efficiently and sensitively. A flexible approach to work is essential, in order to assist the Administration team at busy times. Previous experience in an education environment would be an advantage but is not essential.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students. All offers of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

What the school offers its staff

Outwood Academy Acklam, the first Outwood school in Teesside, has an enrollment of almost 1200 students each academic year. In its most recent assessment, it was recognized as a GOOD school in all areas.

The academy is a vibrant and diverse 11-16 academy. Our exceptional academic and pastoral teams are here to provide you with the necessary tools to make a significant and lasting impact on students. The academy offers effective care and support for students, particularly those with special needs, and with a strong emphasis on academic achievement, it provides the perfect environment for anyone dedicated to empowering their students.

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

Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Applying for the job

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BUS021 Admin and Cover Coordinator Job Description.pdf - 148 KB (opens in new tab)

BUS021 Admin and Cover Coordinator Person Specification.pdf - 223 KB (opens in new tab)

About Outwood Academy Acklam

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 1185 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Outwood Academy Acklam website
• Email address: c.donnelly@acklam.outwood.com
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/outwood-academy-acklam

Outwood Academy Acklam, which was the first Outwood school in Teesside, has almost 1200 students on roll. At its latest inspection, it was judged to be a GOOD school with OUTSTANDING leadership. We are a diverse and vibrant 11-16 academy, based in the friendly, north-east town of Middlesbrough.

We are a welcoming and supportive academy, with a relentless determination to provide the very best education for every child. We place students at the centre of everything we do, with a focus on creating a culture of success and a positive climate for learning. In a beautiful setting, enjoy the state-of-the-art facilities that the academy has to offer.

We have a holistic and inclusive approach to the work that we do. The Academy has received accolades and external recognition, with the awarding of the Inclusion Quality Mark - Centre of Excellence, alongside the Carnegie ‘Gold’ Mental Health Award for the work we do to support our diverse and dynamic student body.

Arranging a visit to Outwood Academy Acklam

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email c.donnelly@acklam.outwood.com.

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