Do you want to join a team that provides outstanding leadership, strategic direction and support to some of the best schools in the country? Do you want to play your part in delivering outstanding learning and teaching to young people in disadvantaged communities? If so, joining the Star team might just be the best career move you ever make.
About Star Central Star Central, which is based at our head office in Blackburn, Lancashire, provides leadership, strategic direction and support to Star Academies, Star Institute and our schools. The Star Central team includes experts from a range of professional backgrounds, who work together to provide an outstanding support service to the Star community. We support our schools to provide educational and operational excellence and to cultivate a strong Star community, with the aim of nurturing today’s young people and inspiring tomorrow’s leaders. Who we’re looking for Are you a highly organised professional with a proven track record in supporting IT projects and delivering high-quality, customer-focused services? Are you ready to contribute to excellence within a high-performing multi-academy trust by ensuring efficient IT project delivery and outstanding outcomes for schools across the network? We are seeking a committed and capable professional to support the delivery of IT projects across a dynamic and high-performing multi-academy trust. Based at Star Academies, you will work collaboratively with school IT technicians, senior leaders, and central teams to provide vital administrative support of the systems and services. Your role will ensure projects are supported by contributing to improving operational efficiency and enhanced outcomes for schools and pupils. This role requires a proactive individual who excels at providing administrative and operational support to projects. You will play an important role in coordinating resources, maintaining exemplary records, and liaising with schools and suppliers to ensure their needs are met effectively. Your ability to build strong working relationships will be key to fostering collaboration and ensuring successful project delivery. You will have: Proven experience in an administrative or project support role, ideally within an educational or IT-focused setting. Strong organisational and coordination skills, with a detail-focused approach to managing tasks and records. Proficiency in IT systems, MS Office tools, and procurement processes. A collaborative mindset to support schools and colleagues in meeting their IT requirements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate smooth project operations. A commitment to the Trust’s vision, values, and dedication to excellence in education. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise to impactful IT projects that underpin the success of our schools and students, ensuring they receive the best possible support. About Star Academies Star Academies
is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our
STAR values
embody what we believe is needed to succeed. Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub,
Star Talent Academy . With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level. We can also offer you a range of
rewards and benefits , including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans. Find out more Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact Star Central by calling 0330 313 9800. Key Dates Closing Date:
Sunday, 9 February 2025 at midnight. Interview Date:
To be confirmed. Proposed Start Date:
Tuesday, 1 April 2025. Application Process To apply for this vacancy please use the 'Apply for job' link below. You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification. Our Commitment Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
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About Star Central Star Central, which is based at our head office in Blackburn, Lancashire, provides leadership, strategic direction and support to Star Academies, Star Institute and our schools. The Star Central team includes experts from a range of professional backgrounds, who work together to provide an outstanding support service to the Star community. We support our schools to provide educational and operational excellence and to cultivate a strong Star community, with the aim of nurturing today’s young people and inspiring tomorrow’s leaders. Who we’re looking for Are you a highly organised professional with a proven track record in supporting IT projects and delivering high-quality, customer-focused services? Are you ready to contribute to excellence within a high-performing multi-academy trust by ensuring efficient IT project delivery and outstanding outcomes for schools across the network? We are seeking a committed and capable professional to support the delivery of IT projects across a dynamic and high-performing multi-academy trust. Based at Star Academies, you will work collaboratively with school IT technicians, senior leaders, and central teams to provide vital administrative support of the systems and services. Your role will ensure projects are supported by contributing to improving operational efficiency and enhanced outcomes for schools and pupils. This role requires a proactive individual who excels at providing administrative and operational support to projects. You will play an important role in coordinating resources, maintaining exemplary records, and liaising with schools and suppliers to ensure their needs are met effectively. Your ability to build strong working relationships will be key to fostering collaboration and ensuring successful project delivery. You will have: Proven experience in an administrative or project support role, ideally within an educational or IT-focused setting. Strong organisational and coordination skills, with a detail-focused approach to managing tasks and records. Proficiency in IT systems, MS Office tools, and procurement processes. A collaborative mindset to support schools and colleagues in meeting their IT requirements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate smooth project operations. A commitment to the Trust’s vision, values, and dedication to excellence in education. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute your expertise to impactful IT projects that underpin the success of our schools and students, ensuring they receive the best possible support. About Star Academies Star Academies
is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Every single day you’ll be rewarded with the opportunity to shape a young person’s future - our
STAR values
embody what we believe is needed to succeed. Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub,
Star Talent Academy . With a wealth of training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, joining our team of leading education experts could propel your career to the next level. We can also offer you a range of
rewards and benefits , including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans. Find out more Please download the job description and person specification below for further information about the role. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please contact Star Central by calling 0330 313 9800. Key Dates Closing Date:
Sunday, 9 February 2025 at midnight. Interview Date:
To be confirmed. Proposed Start Date:
Tuesday, 1 April 2025. Application Process To apply for this vacancy please use the 'Apply for job' link below. You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification. Our Commitment Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our comprehensive recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are equally committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity. We aim for our workforce to be representative of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to providing equality and fairness in our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
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