Mossbourne Fobbing Academy seeks to appoint an Administrator 

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically. 

In 2025, our 20th anniversary year, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools in our Federation. We now consist of seven academies: 

Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney 

Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock 

Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHLA) primary, Thurrock 

Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney 

Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock 

Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney 

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney 

To assist in the maintenance of the Academy’s computerised database information. 

• To provide administrative support to the Federation. 

• To update and maintain the relevant Academy calendar. 

• To be responsible for the production of reports, letters, newsletters and other publication materials as and when required. 

• To assist with general office duties including the handling of incoming and outgoing post, telephone enquiries dealing with  

queries as far as possible and referring to other members of staff as necessary. 

• To make full and appropriate use of the ICT at the Academy and develop computer aided administration which supports the  

work of the Academy. 

• To establish and maintain good relationships with students, parents/carers, colleagues, contractors and other professionals. 

• To provide efficient administrative support to the SLT. 

• To collate, amend and update pupil files and reports including the MIS. 

• To provide First Aid support as required (subject to training and certification). 

• To establish best practice within the team/office. 

• To evaluate and improve your own practice, which may lead to improvements in the day-to –day running of the Academy  

and take responsibility for personal professional development. 

• To maintain professional portfolio of evidence to support the Performance Management process. 

• To be responsible for sending text messages to parents as directed by SLT. 

• Maintaining, advising on and updating Parent Pay. 

• To support Reprographics and Reception as required. 

• To attend Academy events as required. 

• To perform other duties, including covering the essential work of absent colleagues in all federation academies,  

commensurate with the grading of the post, as directed by the Line Manager. 

• To attend training sessions and meetings as required. 

• To be flexible within the broad remit of the post. 

• To ensure compliance within the Academy of data protection regulations. 

• Deal with confidential data, material and issues appropriately. 

• Maintain accurate records and filing systems. 

• To carry out fire warden duties as instructed. 

• To fulfil reasonable job requests made by the Principal or a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT 

Working for a Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence. 

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including: 

Private healthcare, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation 

Early finish on Friday – secondary academies  

Hybrid working for planning and preparation time – primary academies 

The Mossbourne Allowance* 

Free lunches*   

Free staff fitness classes and/or use of onsite gym – secondary academies  

Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes 

Discounts at local restaurants 

Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs  

Saturday and holiday paid programme 

Special leave scheme (additional paid time off) 

Staff appreciation awards and events  

First rate professional development and career opportunities 

Financial support for career development*  

‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff* 

Remuneration for exam board marking*  

Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week 

*Terms and conditions apply for some benefits 

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.   

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline. 

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We have committed to becoming an Anti-Racist organisation and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal. 

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.  

You can follow us on LinkedIn at – https://www.linkedin.com/company/mossbourne-federation/ 

Find more about working with Mossbourne Federation in our Federation Recruitment and Employee Experience Brochures.