Administrative Assistant

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Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.
At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes.

About the Role
The Administrative Assistant role at Djanogly City Academy is a varied and important position that supports the effective day-to-day running of the academy. The post holder provides high-quality administrative support to the Business Manager and People and Culture (HR) team, including maintaining staff records, supporting recruitment processes, monitoring absence and leave, producing reports and correspondence, and managing confidential information. The role also includes reception duties, acting as the first point of contact for parents, pupils, staff, visitors, and external agencies, ensuring a professional and welcoming service at all times. Success in this role requires excellent organisational, communication, and customer service skills, along with the ability to work accurately, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to safeguarding and the smooth operation of the school. 

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for a highly organised, professional, and approachable individual who is passionate about providing excellent administrative and customer service support within a school environment. The successful candidate will have experience in administration and reception work, strong communication and ICT skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and efficiently. They will be confident working with confidential information, supporting HR processes, and acting as a welcoming first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff, and visitors. We are seeking someone who is self-motivated, reliable, attentive to detail, and able to remain calm under pressure, while demonstrating a commitment to safeguarding, inclusion, and the Trust's core values of Excellence, Resilience, and Innovation. 

About Djanogly City Academy

Djanogly City Academy is a vibrant and inclusive learning community dedicated to inspiring and empowering every scholar it serves. Situated at the heart of Nottingham, the academy welcomes learners from diverse backgrounds, celebrating individuality while fostering a shared passion for

curiosity, creativity, and achievement. At Djanogly City Academy, every pupil is valued and supported to grow academically and personally.

The academy’s ethos is built on high expectations, mutual respect, and a commitment to excellence.

Scholars are encouraged to be confident, resilient and compassionate citizens, equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through engaging teaching, enriching experiences and strong partnerships with families and the wider community, Djanogly City Academy nurtures a culture where scholars are motivated to reach their full potential and make a positive contribution to society. 

Our latest Ofsted inspection report recognises our many strengths and the strong progress being made across the school. Djanogly City Academy was judged Good across all areas, with its Sixth Form rated Outstanding. Some key highlights include: 

• Djanogly City Academy is a welcoming and inclusive school that celebrates the diversity of its local community.

• There is a strong, caring ethos. Scholars feel safe and well supported, and the vast majority are happy in school.

• The school has high expectations for all scholars, encouraging them to achieve their best academically and personally.
• Scholars with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language are well supported to access and succeed in the curriculum.

• The curriculum is well planned and increasingly ambitious, ensuring scholars  build knowledge and skills effectively over time.

• Scholars are polite, respectful and considerate towards each other and towards adults.
• Strong, trusting relationships between staff and scholars support learning and personal development.

• Scholars benefit from high-quality pastoral care and know that staff are approachable and available if they have concerns.

• Leaders are mindful of staff well-being and workload, creating a supportive working environment.

Staff are proud to work at Djanogly City Academy and feel valued as part of the school community. 

Why Tapestry Learning Partnership?

As part of our Trust, you’ll benefit from:

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work–life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing 

This is your chance to be part of something special.  Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact. 

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list.  All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK. 

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership 

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks. 

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020). 

If you are interested and wish to have an informal conversation to discuss the role or would like to visit the school, we would be happy to arrange this, please call Ciprian Paschevici on: 0115 942 1300. 

Further details about our school can be found on our website: Djanogly City Academy 

 To apply for this position, please visit our careers page via our website: Tapestry Learning Partnership 

Interview date:                                  Thursday 20th August 2026

Potential Start date:                         ASAP

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.

Please be aware that Derbyshire County Council is placing this advert on behalf of this organisation and you should refer directly to its website for details of the terms and conditions attached to this post. Any queries regarding this advert or the recruitment process should be made directly to the organisation.