Central Services Administrator

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking Trust that believes in the power of education to transform lives.
If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative, inclusive environment where every child is supported to grow and flourish, we want to hear from you.

Job title: Central Services Administrator

Location: St John's Church of England Primary School, Johnson Street, Radcliffe, Manchester, M26 1AW

Salary FTE: £26,335 (Actual £15,356)

Working hours: 25hrs per week Monday-Friday

Required: From September 2026

Closing: Monday 29th June 2026

Interview: Week commencing 6th July 2026

We are a growing, locally rooted Trust committed to making a positive difference to education and our communities. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Central Services Administrator to join our central team. This is a key role at the heart of the Trust, supporting the day-to-day running of central services and ensuring systems, communication, and administrative processes operate efficiently and professionally.

As Central Services Administrator, you will:

• act as the first point of contact for the central team, managing telephone calls and welcoming visitors;
• oversee and manage shared inboxes, ensuring timely, accurate and professional responses;
• support a range of administrative processes across the Trust;
• maintain accurate records and systems, including finance and HR platforms;
• produce reports, documents and resources, including staff ID badges and Trust materials.

You will be someone who is organised, reliable and able to manage a varied workload, maintaining accuracy and attention to detail at all times.

We are looking for someone who has:

• strong organisational skills and attention to detail;
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• confidence in using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and the ability to learn new systems quickly;
• the ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities;
• experience of general administration and accurate data input.

In return we can offer:

• a supportive and collaborative working environment;
• the opportunity to play a key role in the effective running of the Trust;
• opportunities to develop your skills and experience;
• access to ongoing professional development and career progression.

Full details of this role and the recruitment process can be found within the attached Recruitment Pack.

Please apply for this role on our website Vacancies | The Sycamore Trust