Job Title:
Office Manager and Heads PA E-ACT Crest Academy | Every student a leader
E-ACT Crest Academy, is an inclusive and inspiring academy offering an incredible learning environment. At E-ACT Crest Academy, we are dedicated in ensuring that every student achieves, regardless of their starting point. Our guiding motto is clear - "Every Student, a Leader."
E-ACT Crest Academy is a diverse and welcoming community that embraces inclusivity. Our inspiring learning environment is designed to ignite a passion for learning in every student.
Join us at E-ACT Crest Academy, where we are committed to providing an educational experience that goes beyond academics. It's about fostering leadership, nurturing potential, and ensuring that every student is equipped to lead in their own unique way.
Make a difference: https://crestacademy.e-act.org.uk
Want to make a difference to young people?
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey within an educational community that values diversity, encourages collaboration, and celebrates excellence?
Are you highly organised, proactive, and thrive in a fast-paced school environment? E-ACT Crest Academy is seeking an exceptional Office Manager & PA to Head Teacher to play a pivotal role at the heart of our academy.
This is a exciting opportunity combining strategic administrative leadership with high-level personal support to the Head Teacher. You will lead the smooth running of the academy office while acting as a trusted partner to the Head Teacher, ensuring their time, priorities, and communications are expertly managed.
Key responsibilities:
- Provide high-level administrative and PA support to the Headteacher, including diary management, meeting coordination, and preparation of reports and briefing papers.
- Manage the academy office and lead the admin team, ensuring efficient systems, processes, and a professional working environment.
- Act as the first point of contact for the Headteacher, handling enquiries, communications, and correspondence with discretion and professionalism.
- Coordinate internal and external communications, building strong relationships with staff, parents, external agencies, and stakeholders.
- Ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including organising meetings, managing documentation, and supporting key projects and academy activities.
Pay range:
NJC SCP 23-27 £35,537.24 - £39,037.89 (Includes ILW) FTE - £38,434.00 - £42,220.00 (Includes ILW) - 37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to produce high-quality documents and interact confidently with a range of stakeholders.
- High level of discretion and confidentiality, particularly when handling sensitive information and supporting senior leadership.
- Proficiency in IT systems, including Microsoft Office and the ability to manage databases and administrative systems effectively.
- Proven ability to build effective working relationships and lead a team, with strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
What are we about?
Join a trust that is going places!
At E-ACT, we believe every child deserves opportunity. Our 'Opening Minds, Opening Doors' strategy breaks down barriers and builds pathways to success; driven by purposeful leadership, collaboration, and innovation. We champion diversity, encourage a people-first culture, and ensure every voice is heard.
We are proud to lead system-wide change both locally and national - providing sector-wide support while transforming futures. Our achievements are recognised through winning MAT of the Year 2023 at the MAT Excellence Awards and National School Awards, and also the TES Trust Leadership Award 2024. E-ACT is recognised for shaping bold educational outcomes. Most recently, two of our Birmingham academies were selected by the Department for Education as RISE Regional Hubs, in recognition of their outstanding work on inclusion and behaviour, a testament to the impact of our people-first culture and relentless drive for excellence.
With 37 academies and over 25,000 pupils, our dedicated staff make excellence possible. We prioritise wellbeing, tackle workload, and continuously raise the bar. We don't just educate, we inspire ambition and empower every child to thrive.
Want to be a part of something extraordinary? Find out more at www.e-act.org.uk
Benefits:
Financial and Lifestyle
We offer a strong financial package including access to defined benefit pension schemes (LGPS or TPS), life cover at three times pensionable pay, and 31 days of annual leave for year-round employees. Staff can also benefit from the Cycle to Work scheme, promoting healthy and sustainable commuting.
Professional Growth and Development
We invest heavily in staff development through tailored INSET days and high-quality CPD opportunities. Teaching staff benefit from automatic TLR progression, a structured 9-point pay scale (M1 to UPS3), and full TLR payments for part-time colleagues fulfilling full responsibilities.
Culture and Wellbeing
Our people-first culture values every colleague. We support wellbeing through the Wisdom app and a free Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling and financial advice. Collaboration is at the heart of our Trust, encouraging shared learning and collective success.
Please look at our Recruitment Pack for more information.
How to apply:
Please read the supporting documentation carefully before completing your application.
E-ACT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. E-ACT is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. 