Thank you for your interest in our recent advertisement for the above position at Archway Learning Trust’s Bluecoat Beechdale Academy. I have pleasure in enclosing details.
Are you ready to make a real impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? Archway Learning Trust is looking for a driven, enthusiastic, and dynamic individual to join our team as Receptionist & Administrator at Bluecoat Beechdale Academy. This is not just a job; it’s an opportunity to be part of an organisation dedicated to working together to transform lives.
At Archway Learning Trust, our mission is to collaborate and transform lives through education. Schools are vibrant and ever-evolving places to work, where no two days are the same. We believe in the power of passion, drive, agility and the ability to reprioritise quickly to meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve.
This exciting opportunity will require the candidate to possess excellent administration, prioritisation, time-management, customer service and interpersonal skills. You will need to have the ability to work well in a busy office environment, with a variety of demands. The postholder will be responsible for the reception area and will be required to provide a range of administrative support. The nature of the role means that no day is the same and there is always something new to do and learn. The ideal candidate will be personable, have experience in a customer facing role and enjoy dealing with people, both in person and on the telephone.
Archway Learning Trust, previously Bluecoat Academies Trust was formed in April 2014 as a result of the very long and successful history of Bluecoat Academy. We welcomed three further secondary schools in Derby to the Trust in 2021 and opened Bluecoat Trent Academy, a secondary Free School in Nottingham in September 2021.
The Trust now comprises of Bluecoat Aspley Academy, Bluecoat Sixth Form, Bluecoat Wollaton Academy, Bluecoat Beechdale Academy, Bluecoat Primary Academy, The Nottingham Emmanuel School and Sixth Form, Bluecoat Trent Academy, The Long Eaton School, Lees Brook Academy, Alvaston Moor Academy and the Bluecoat SCITT Alliance (School Centred Initial Teacher Training).
The successful candidate will be committed to the students and academy life and will possess the ability to communicate effectively and be able to raise the standards of learning for all of the students with whom they are required to work.
The growth and development of our Multi-Academy Trust makes this an excellent opportunity to join us, as we seek to serve a growing number of young people across the region.
In return we can offer:
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Archway benefits to include shopping discounts and competitions
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A free and confidential employee assistance programme offering counselling and advice
- Access to Teachers’ Pensions / Generous pension scheme
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Access to discounted travel schemes
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Cycle to work scheme
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Comprehensive training and support
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Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
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Eye care voucher scheme
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Free flu vaccine
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Access to e-learning and development
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced DBS check, Barred List check, the receipt of satisfactory references, online searches and any other statutory checks that are required for the post. We are an equal opportunities employer.
For more information about Archway Learning Trust and the vacancy, please visit www.archwaytrust.co.uk/vacancies. To apply for the role click apply which will take you to the application form for the post. We would encourage you to refer to the job description and person specification, demonstrating your suitability for the role.
