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: Sunday 16th August 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.

Application:

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