Admin Assistant

Admin Assistant – Barnsley College - Permanent - £22,879 per annum

Are you looking for an Admin role with more benefits?

A rare opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, organised individual to be involved in an exciting venture at Barnsley College, taking on the role of Admin Assistant in our 14-16 Direct Entry provision.
 

Benefits

First of all, what’s in it for you?

• Substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays!)
• Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 18.6% employer contribution! 
• Considerable staff investment through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress 
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• College gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options

Admin Assistant
14-16 Direct Entry
Permanent vacancy - 37 hours per week
£22,879 per annum

As our new Admin Assistant, you will be responsible for providing a professional administration and clerical service to the department, with a clear focus on helping to ensure accurate data to support decision making and facilitate compliance to College processes and procedures. You will be based at our front reception desk in our Direct Entry Campus just outside of the town centre. This provision is aimed at young people who are motivated by a more practical curriculum.

As part of your role, you will be responsible for covering front of house activities such as welcoming students, staff and visitors, whilst also dealing with any enquiries. The college prides itself on our support and commitment to providing students with an excellent learning experience, and for us this starts as soon as they enter our building and are greeted by our fantastic staff.

We are looking for an Administrator with previous experience in a similar role. This post will suit a self-motivated individual that is quality and target driven with excellent customer service skills, strong attention to detail, and who is enthusiastic in their approach to work. Previous experience of Management Information Systems (MIS) and working within an educational establishment is desirable, although not essential.

If you have the drive, skills, abilities and qualities to make a real difference then we would like to hear from you.

Please note you will be directed to the Barnsley College website to complete your application. Closing date for applications Wednesday 22nd May 2024 - We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.