VACANCY FOR OFFICE AND PROCUREMENT ADMINISTRATOR

Meridian Trust Head Office

 Salary: Grade 5, Points 5-7 (Meridian Trust), (£24,027.00 full-time equivalent)

Hours of work: 37 Hours a Week / 40 Weeks a Year

 We have an exciting opportunity to join our core admin team as an Office & Procurement administrator.  This key role will provide administrative support to cross trust procurement processes and ensure efficient and effective management of the Meridian Trust Head Office.

 The Opportunity

·       - Management of the day to day running of the Meridian Trust head office including post, welcoming of visitors, supporting room booking, organising hospitality, arrange signage/photos and miscellaneous items to be purchased to ensure maintenance and upkeep of the offices is kept to a high standard, be the ‘go to’ for all office staff to request any stationery items and other ad hoc requirements.

·       -  Manage the COO’s and Director’s diaries, accommodating changes in their schedule, resolving diary conflicts.

·         -Diarise contract renewals and liaise with responsible officer/budget holders/Director of Operations re forthcoming renewals

·        - Act as query point for contract issues/queries/complaints raised by schools in the absence of the Director of Operational services.

·        - Maintain central insurance folders and files for core staff/finance

The ideal candidates 

-Good educational background including GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths.

-Strong experience in a multitude of administrative tasks and duties·        

-Working knowledge of a range of software packages.

-Positive and enthusiastic approach towards work.

 Benefits of working for us: 

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

-Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

·       -  Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in

·         -Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)

·        - Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources

·       -  Cycle to work scheme

·        - Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme

·         -Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations

·       -  Free on-site parking

·     -   Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays    

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/. 

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities. 

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve.  The Trust currently operates 30 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff.  To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk 

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below. 

Please note applications will be reviewed upon receipt and you will be contacted should you be shortlisted .

Closing date for applications is: 6th January 2025

Interview to take place on: W/C 13th January 2025

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.  

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.