St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust is looking for a dedicated Administrative Assistant to join the team at St Elizabeth’s Catholic Voluntary Academy, located on Matlock Road in Belper, Duffield, Derby. This part-time, permanent role offers 16 hours per week over 39 weeks per year, making it an ideal opportunity for an organized and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a school environment.
If you have experience in administration and a passion for supporting a positive learning environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a welcoming and supportive school community. Apply today and contribute to the success of St Elizabeth’s Catholic Voluntary Academy.
About St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust
The St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust comprises 25 Catholic primary and secondary schools across Derbyshire, Derby City, Staffordshire, and Stockport.
Dedicated to enriching children’s lives, the Trust provides high-quality academic and spiritual education, treating each child with compassion and respect. Inspired by Saint Ralph Sherwin, it follows his example of faith and service.
Vision:
A Catholic family of schools serving children, families, and communities—stronger together, united in faith, and enriching learning so all can reach their God-given potential.
Values:
United in Faith | Collective Responsibility | Partnership Working | Collaboration | Support
Strategic Aims:
Mission & Ethos: Promote children’s academic, spiritual, emotional, and social growth.
Teaching & Learning: Ensure high-quality education and teacher support.
Academy Improvement: Foster a collaborative, self-sustaining approach to progress.
Leadership & Governance: Maintain strong leadership at all levels.
Business Support Services: Deliver efficient, cost-effective operations.
Position: Administration Assistant
Salary: £24,027.00 – £24,790.00 Annually (FTE)
Job Type: Part Time
Location: Matlock Road, Belper, Derbyshire
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
Administration Assistant
Hours – 16 Hrs/Week over 39 Weeks/Year,
Basis – Part Time, Permanent
Salary/Grade – Band 2, SCP 3-5 £24,027 – £24,790 (FTE)
Actual Salary – £8,961.42 – £9,246.00(Pro Rata)
Responsibilities
- To provide routine support in the general, administrative, welfare and financial administrative functions of the school.
- To promote the ethos of the school when communicating with children, staff, parents, governors and visitors.
- To provide a positive image of the school in accordance with the mission statement.
- Undertake all reception duties, answering routine telephone and face to face enquiries and signing visitors in and out of the premises.
- Assist with pupil first aid/welfare duties, liaise with parents, staff etc.
- Process orders and receipt goods on behalf of the school.
The St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to satisfactory references, which will be requested, prior to interview, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, medical check, evidence of qualifications plus verification of the right to work in the UK.
Please note that the closing date may be brought forward depending upon interest.
Being part of the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust
On 1st September 2018, the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust, part of the Diocese of Nottingham, brought together 25 Catholic schools located in Derby City, Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Nottinghamshire and Stockport together in partnership, to ensure the very best spiritual, social and academic experiences and outcomes for the young people in our schools.
Everything we do is to better the lives and futures of our children, providing access to first-class teaching, both academically and spiritually and we are united by our collective vision to excel.
Benefits
Why work for the St Ralph Sherwin Multi Academy Trust?
- A summary of our fantastic benefits are as follows:
- Access to first class CPD opportunities. We also work in partnership with Nottingham Teaching School Alliance to deliver meaningful and relevant CPD. Our Leadership Academy identifies and develops future leaders.
- Genuine opportunities for career progression – with 25 academies in our family, and 84 academies across the Diocese, opportunities for career progression are a reality.
- Professional assistance – you will have access to an Employee Assistance Programme which provides confidential, independent and unbiased information and guidance 24/7. If clinically advisable, it also offers face-to-face counselling sessions.
- Pension – automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 23.68% employer contributions, or to the Local Government Pension Scheme for support staff, one of the most competitive on the market, with employer contributions of above 20% in most cases.
- Terms and Conditions – we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff.
For more information about our Trust and our Academies, please visit www.srscmat.co.uk
Required Documents
- CV/Resume
- Cover Letter
Application Process
Interested in this part time role? APPLY HERE
Application Deadline
March 16, 2025