Ormiston Forge Academy is a thriving secondary academy and sixth form located in the heart of Cradley Heath, West Midlands, with a proud history of academic excellence and community involvement. Our Academy is not just a workplace—we are a family.
Ormiston Forge Academy is looking to recruit an experienced, ambitious, and motivated individual to carry out a key administration position dealing with all aspects of academy administration. The successful candidate will be a key frontline member of staff and effectively ‘the face of Forge’ in welcoming visitors to the academy.
You must have a solid understanding of how to work effectively in a busy administrative environment in order to support the team and the Principal with a wide range of administrative duties. The role is based on working 37 hours per week for 39 weeks per year (term time, including INSET days).
Qualifications Required
To be considered for the post you must have achieved a minimum of GCSE Grade A to C (or equivalent) passes in maths and English. First aid training will need to be undertaken if an appropriate First Aid qualification is not already held. Requirements
GCSE grade A-C (or equivalent) in English and maths. Excellent IT skills, especially Excel. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Experience with handling cash and record keeping. A desire to have a career within administration. Strong desire to learn new skills and take on new challenges. A relentless approach to giving parents and stakeholders the best customer service. Personal Qualities
Enjoy working as part of a team but willingness to use initiative. Flexible approach and ability to remain calm under pressure. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust. Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning. Benefits
The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive. Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve. Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities. A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits. To apply for the role please submit an application form via the link above. Please note that CVs are not accepted. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Kirsty Fleming, Academy HR Partner, on 01384 566598 or email hr@oatforge.co.uk. Ormiston Forge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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To be considered for the post you must have achieved a minimum of GCSE Grade A to C (or equivalent) passes in maths and English. First aid training will need to be undertaken if an appropriate First Aid qualification is not already held. Requirements
GCSE grade A-C (or equivalent) in English and maths. Excellent IT skills, especially Excel. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Experience with handling cash and record keeping. A desire to have a career within administration. Strong desire to learn new skills and take on new challenges. A relentless approach to giving parents and stakeholders the best customer service. Personal Qualities
Enjoy working as part of a team but willingness to use initiative. Flexible approach and ability to remain calm under pressure. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of Ormiston Academies Trust. Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset. We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning. Benefits
The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive. Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve. Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities. A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits. To apply for the role please submit an application form via the link above. Please note that CVs are not accepted. For an informal discussion about the role please contact Kirsty Fleming, Academy HR Partner, on 01384 566598 or email hr@oatforge.co.uk. Ormiston Forge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here:
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
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