Skegness Grammar School is now recruiting for an Academy Administrator to start on 22 June 2026 or as soon as possible. 

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead.  From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences we offer equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

About the role

Skegness Grammar School are looking for an Academy Administrator:

Provide general reception and clerical support including answering the telephone, clerical processes, word processing, IT based tasks including data input, requiring knowledge of various ICT packages and operation of office equipment

Undertake general financial administration such as processing orders, collecting monies and undertake basic book keeping, such as for petty cash

 Undertake reception duties, act as first point of contact in response to and deal with enquiries either by telephone or face-to-face and sign in visitors, deal with lost property etc.

Produce lists, information and data as requested by senior staff or external agencies (e.g. standard/statutory returns)

 Maintain manual and computerised records and management information systems.

First point of contact for sick students, liaise with parents / carers /staff

Provide administrative support for meetings and take notes at meetings

Administer First Aid, medication, manage medication records, organise student vaccines

 Permanent contract 25 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (38 weeks term time, plus 5 training days).

About our Academy

Skegness Grammar School is a selective co-educational school.  We are a vibrant school community where students’ behaviour and attitudes to learning are excellent.  We promote a strong academic focus and have great pride in our students and their achievements. Whilst the students are at the centre of everything we do, we recognise and value our dedicated and committed staff.  We are actively seeking ways to enable our staff to achieve a balance between the exacting demands of their profession and their lives outside work.  Everyone associated with the school recognises the warm and welcoming environment and feels the energy and drive coupled with the friendly and calm students and staff as they all work towards students’ aims, achievements and aspirations; the students always come first!

Skegness is located on the edge of an area of outstanding natural beauty, the Lincolnshire Wolds and the area offers affordable housing and an enviable quality of life.

Salary & Benefits

NJC3 - £24,796 FTE (£14,716.00 pro rata). 

Access to Pension Scheme.

Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education.

Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme.

Rewards and Recognition Scheme.

Cycle to Work Scheme.

Who we are looking for

Experience working with children of relevant age.

Working effectively in an education environment.

Working as part of a team or on own initiative.

ICT Skills. 

Essential for the post-holder to have GCSE or equivalent in Maths, English or equivalent level of competency and experience of working within a similar role or an educational setting.

See Job Description/Person Specification for full details. 

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust (DRET) mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities. 

Whatever your role, you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing multi-academy trust in the country.  Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 34 schools across the country, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas, our first All Through school and a special school which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click on the ‘apply now’ tab.

Please note we do not accept CVs without a completed application form.

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the closing date.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.