Administrator with additional responsibilities

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (11-16), Hackney

INSET days [27th-29th August 2025]

Mossbourne Federation is the realisation of Sir Clive Bourne’s dream to provide the children of Hackney with an outstanding education. Built on a formula of high expectations, doing the simple things right, and the belief that all children can succeed, Mossbourne offers an environment where all learners, regardless of ability, benefit from innovative and enlightened approaches to teaching and learning. Our calm working atmosphere creates well-rounded individuals who excel in the arts, on the sporting field, and academically. 

In 2025, our 20th anniversary year, we are delighted to have expanded to include three Thurrock schools in our Federation. We now consist of seven academies: 

Mossbourne Community Academy (MCA) secondary and sixth form, Hackney 

Mossbourne Fobbing Academy (MFA) secondary and sixth form, Thurrock 

Mossbourne Herd Lane Academy (MHLA) primary, Thurrock 

Mossbourne Parkside Academy (MPA) primary, Hackney 

Mossbourne Port Side Academy (MPSA) secondary, Thurrock 

Mossbourne Riverside Academy (MRA) primary, Hackney 

Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) secondary, Hackney 

The successful candidate will play a key part in supporting the smooth running of the administration department within Mossbourne Victoria Park Academy (MVPA) and, as necessary, other academies within the Federation. They will assist the team at MVPA which currently comprises of an office manager, receptionists, pastoral administrator, attendance and welfare officer, and administrator with responsibility for cover. This role will undertake a full range of administrative duties. his is a key post ensuring support in promoting the vision, ethos, culture and policies of the Federation. The image presented will need to reflect the values of the academy as a very high achieving centre of educational excellence. The successful applicant will be well organised, personable, motivated and willing to go the ‘extra mile’.   

You will have experience of working in a dynamic and challenging administrative environment, preferably within a school, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. You will have excellent administrative and organisational skills. You will be flexible and able to adapt to the changing needs of the academy and the Federation. 

Working for the Mossbourne Federation Academy means being part of a community of exceptional practitioners. Colleagues are warm, welcoming, and supportive of each other. As one of the country’s leading federations, staff expectations are high. The Mossbourne Federation engages with, and supports its workforce, thus creating an inspirational working environment which nurtures the development of personal and professional excellence. 

Federation staff are rewarded through the comprehensive package of benefits listed in our Federation Recruitment Brochure, including: 

Private healthcare, to support health and wellbeing, fully paid by the Federation 

Early finish on Friday – secondary academies  

Hybrid working for planning and preparation time – primary academies 

The Mossbourne Allowance* 

Free lunches*   

Free staff fitness classes and/or use of onsite gym – secondary academies  

Cycle to work and season ticket loan schemes 

Discounts at local restaurants 

Discounted gym membership with the ability to spread membership costs  

Saturday and holiday paid programme 

Special leave scheme (additional paid time off) 

Staff appreciation awards and events  

First rate professional development and career opportunities 

Financial support for career development*  

‘Introduction Bonus’ for current staff* 

Remuneration for exam board marking*  

Tea, coffee and refreshments provided for staff throughout the week 

*Terms and conditions apply for some benefits 

If you are passionate about innovative education, have a commitment to personal excellence and are ready for a new challenge, we welcome your application.   

View job description here:  Administrator with additional responsibilities June 25

Please note that CVs or incomplete application forms will not be considered. All other applications will be considered; however, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Mossbourne Federation reserves the right to close adverts earlier than the stated deadline. 

At Mossbourne Federation, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We do not discriminate in recruitment or during employment based on any protected characteristic or aspect of individual identity. We have committed to becoming an Anti-Racist organisation and we welcome individuals with the ethos and energy to help us achieve this goal. 

The Mossbourne Federation is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.  

You can follow us on LinkedIn at – https://www.linkedin.com/company/mossbourne-federation/ 

Find more about working with Mossbourne Federation here: Federation-Employee-Experience-Brochure    Federation Recruitment Brochure_v8