Administrator

• Norwich Road Academy
• Address: Norwich Road, Thetford, Norfolk IP24 2HT
• Salary:  £15,133.32 - £15,373.49 per annum (£25,583 - £25,989 per annum pro rata)
• Hours: 25 hours per week (daily from 8.30am) 39 weeks per year (term time + one week)
• Contract: Permanent
• Reference: 7831

Norwich Road Academy has an exciting opportunity for an Administrator to join their established office team. You will be joining a vibrant and ambitious organisation, led by experienced and supportive professionals.  Substantial recent investment into training, buildings and resources has contributed to our vision of providing high-quality learning experiences for children.

Training will be given to support the expectations of the role, along with induction.

At our Academy we have a nursery provision and classes from Reception to Year 6. We have extensive grounds and a range of facilities, from a large sports field and outdoor learning area, two all-weather playgrounds and a large self-contained library. At our academy, we believe that it is important to extend learning outside the classroom as much as possible.

Norwich Road Academy joined the Eastern Multi-Academy Trust in August 2017. The trust's values and vision are based on the four keywords: Empower, Motivate, Aspire, and Transform. We want to make a real and lasting difference to the communities within which we work: “transforming lives, transforming communities”.

Our aim at Norwich Road Academy is to prepare each of our pupils with the skills, attitudes and abilities for later life and we hope that their time with us will not only enable them to achieve their academic potential but also provide them with a wealth of happy memories and friendships to take with them on their journey.  They are at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team of staff will support them on their way; ‘Building our Love of Learning Together’.

Ofsted (2022) say: ‘Pupils have learned that their positive choices are important and can make a difference to everyone around them. Pupils behave well in lessons and at playtimes.’ and ‘Pupils enjoy working with the kind and helpful staff in school.’     

Our children say: ‘It’s a very kind school and I would recommend it to others.’ It’s a very good school for children and the teachers are caring and fair.’

Our parents say: ‘I admire the care and professionalism of the teachers and assistants.’ ‘I appreciate the efforts of all of the staff of Norwich Road Academy.’

We can offer a positive, professional and encouraging environment.  Training is offered and all of our staff continue to have the benefit of ongoing CPD in order to support our skilled team here. 

Role purpose 

• To work under the direction of the Operations Officer to efficiently administer and maintain management information systems and data to support Academy operations function
• Operate the school’s administrative systems to provide efficient and effective support services to staff, pupils, parents, carers and the wider school community
• Act as the central point of communication and information, whilst working with other office staff to maintain and operate an efficient and welcoming Academy office

Skills and experience 

• Level 2 qualification in both English and Maths of grade A*- C (or equivalent).
• Administration or IT qualification at level 2 – Desirable.
• Proven experience in a busy general office environment
• Experience of working in an education setting
• Proven customer service experience
• Experience us using a Management Information System (MIS)
• A calm and clear communicator.

We can offer:

•  friendly and professional colleagues
• an approachable and skilled leadership team
• happy, responsive and polite pupils
• supportive parents
• a commitment to your continuing professional development
• wellbeing and mental health support
• the opportunity to work in a forward thinking and aspirational trust.

To find out more

For more information about the academy or the trust, please visit our website.

How to apply

Please visit our vacancy page.

Please ensure your application meets the essential requirements of the job description. 

The successful applicant will be subject to employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list.

If we receive sufficient applicants of a high calibre, we may bring the closing date forward.

Closing date: 3 October 2025

Eastern Multi Academy Trust (EMAT) is an equal opportunities employer and employs suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Any appointments will be subject to satisfactory medical checks, references and an enhanced DBS check including the Children's Barred List.

EMAT is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff engagement forums, employee support services to welcome and support staff from different backgrounds. Our ambition is to work together to promote a more inclusive environment and signal our commitment to celebrate and promote diversity and welcome part time or flexible working applicants.