Actual Salary : £20,802.90 - £21,129.26, Grade 2, Scale Point 3-4.
Contract type: Temporary for 2 years
Hours: 37 hours per week, Term time only
Start Date: Week commencing 31 August 2026
The Outwood Institute of Education (OIE) is recruiting a Receptionist and Administrative Assistant to be based at our Conference Centre at Outwood Academy Adwick, Doncaster. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing a professional and efficient reception service as well as administrative support under the direction of the OIE Manager.
The OIE is the heartbeat of the Outwood Family; focused on recruiting, retaining, developing and deploying talent through collaborative sector partnerships, helping to raise outcomes for children and young people across the North of England.
We are proud to:
- Coordinate a programme of professional development equipping staff with the skills and knowledge needed to excel and prepare them for the next stage in their career.
- Help develop a pipeline of future educators, from the DfE-funded Teaching Internship to partnerships with local and national Initial Teacher Training providers.
- Coordinate school improvement activity within the Family of Schools and externally as part of sector-wide school-to-school support.
- Continually foster an extensive range of partnerships so that pupils and staff are afforded a broad programme of opportunities from international travel to high quality CPD. Notable partners include the National Institute of Teaching, Yorkshire and Humber Maths Hub and Outwood English Hub.
- Lead the Trust's Community & Family strategy; supporting the work of schools in serving their wider communities.
- Strengthen the critical oversight of schools through supporting the work of school governance.
Professionalism and excellent organisational and communication skills will be essential, as the Receptionist and Administrative Assistant will be the first point of contact for the Conference Centre.
Normal working hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm (Monday to Thursday) and 8.00am - 3.30pm (on Fridays).
To find out more about the role, please contact Steph Wattam, OIE Manager at [email protected] or 01302 720787
Closing date: Thursday 9 July 2026
Interview Date: Tuesday 14 July 2026
Outwood Grange Academies Trust (OGAT) places staff development at the heart of its strategy to deliver excellence, aiming to recruit, develop, and retain the best staff through the Outwood Institute of Education (OIE).
What will we do for you?
We offer a supportive package focusing on professional advancement, secure benefits, and work-life balance:
Secure Pay & Pension: Competitive salary, automatic pay progression, and enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
Training & Progression: Access to diverse CPD opportunities, including apprenticeships and vocational qualifications.
Flexibility & Leave: Flexible family policies, enhanced occupational benefits (with no qualifying period), and 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays for non-term time staff. (Holiday for part-time staff is calculated on a pro-rata basis)
Wellbeing & Perks: Dedicated mental well-being strategy, free on-site parking, employee discounts, and access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
If you are looking for a rewarding, supportive role where you can truly make an impact, we encourage you to apply now.
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Please note, we reserve the right to close advertisements early, either on the advertised closing date, or sooner if required.
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.
