Admin Assistant - Eastern Learning Alliance

About this role

Cambridge Maths School (CMS) is a specialist sixth form highly specialised developed in association with the University of Cambridge, which opened in September 2023 with a focus on pioneering learning and increasing diversity in the field of mathematical sciences. The school provides a diverse range of young people with access to a unique educational experience, located in bespoke facilities on Mill Road in Cambridge and is open to A-Level students aged 16 to 19 from across the East of England. All students study maths and further maths and can then choose physics, chemistry, biology or computer science A-Levels. The School aims to attract more female students, those from minority ethnic groups, and socially and educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. It is part of a nationwide network of maths schools. The principal aim of our school is to help prepare more of the UK’s most mathematically able students to succeed in maths disciplines at top universities, and address the UK’s skills shortage in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects. Our school is seeking an enthusiastic Administrator to join our team on a part-time basis. We’re looking for someone who is confident, organised, and ready to take on any challenge. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of our students. What can ELA offer you? ELA offer a sector leading staff benefits offer alongside bespoke, high quality CPD programmes, cross-trust events, and exceptional opportunities for career development within our innovative family of schools. ELA know that our strength is our people, so we prioritise staff wellbeing, retention and development. Over 95% of ELA staff say they’re proud to work in their school. ELA are firm believers in the power of recognising, celebrating, and rewarding talent: our track record in terms of retention, internal promotion opportunities and wider career development is excellent. ELA staff enjoy a sector leading staff benefits package alongside bespoke, high quality CPD programmes, cross-trust events, and exceptional opportunities for career development within our innovative family of schools. You can find out all about our Trust and staff offer here. ELA staff benefits include: Reduced contact time to enable professional development; EAP with access to counselling & physiotherapy; Health care cash plan; Paid annual family day; Extensive discount club access; Cycle to work schemes; Enhanced parental leave; Flexible work practices; Laptop & mobile phone payment plans; Generous annual leave allowance for support staff; Discounted gym membership for all staff. Our Trust is committed to equal opportunities, to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All staff are expected to share this commitment and undergo the appropriate checks.  All positions within the Trust are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references along with a Certificate of Good Conduct if applicable.  Only applications submitted on using the ELA application form will be accepted.  We do not accept applications by CV.  You can view our safeguarding policy here. Please send a completed application form and covering letter to: Alicja Kowalska, Cambridge Maths School, 119 Mill Road, Cambridge, CB1 2AZ or e-mail: recruitment@cms.tela.org.uk. Due to the high volume of applicants, we receive for certain roles, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier that the advertised date if we have received applications that reach the criteria. All shortlisted applicants should expect to be called for interview no more than 5 working days after the closing date. If you have not heard from us by then, your application has not been successful. Visits to Cambridge Maths School are welcome.

Entry-level administrative work performed within clearly defined processes and under supervision. The focus is on building professional communication, foundational digital skills, accuracy, and confidentiality discipline. A good fit for those starting their administrative career.