Are you an experienced administrator? Do you have experience and a passion for Initial Teacher Training? Do you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments, enjoy working as part of a team, and enjoy supporting and developing the next generation of teachers? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

HISP Teacher Training, as part of Inspiring Future Teachers (IFT), is seeking two experienced administrators to work as part of our Hub team. You'll play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the day-to-day operational activities and delivery of the training programme, working as part of the Hub team. You will work with the HISP Teacher Training Hub Lead to ensure high-quality programme delivery, recruitment and compliance, in line with the DfE ITT Criteria.

We have two vacancies, one for 20 hours per week to be responsible for recruitment and compliance, and one for 30 hours per week to be responsible for Programmes.  Both are 40 weeks per year (term time plus one week during school holidays).

About the role (ITT Administrator Recruitment & Compliance):

• To provide an effective, accurate and efficient support to the Hub Lead and Sub Hub Leads.   
• To co-ordinate and monitor the day-to-day operational processes for IFT applicants, ensuring all deadlines are met and records are maintained in accordance with IFT Policies and Procedures and in line with the DfE ITT Criteria.
• To organise recruitment within the Hub region and ensure that the IFT recruitment process runs smoothly.  
• To support the management of the Recruitment Tracker and the Single Central Record for HISP Teacher Training.
• To support with communication between HISP Teacher Training and trainees, partnership schools and other key stakeholders for the purpose of data collection, event planning and recruitment.
• To promote a professional and friendly point of call to all prospective staff, colleagues and trainees in respect of HR advice and support. 
• 20 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time + 1 week in school holidays)
• Grade D (FTE £26,918pa to £29,616pa) Actual salary £11,192pa to £12,314pa.

Job Description (Recruitment & Compliance) 

Person Specification

About the role (ITT Administrator Programmes):

• To provide an effective, accurate and efficient support to the Hub Lead and Sub-Hub Leads.  
• To provide administrative support for the running of the in-year training cohort as well as coordinate the keeping in touch with ECT and alumni cohorts.
• To support the management of the Recruitment Tracker and the Single Central Record for HISP Teacher Training.
• To support with communication between HISP Teacher Training and trainees, partnership schools and other key stakeholders for the purpose of data collection, event planning and recruitment.
• To support Hub Lead with maintaining accurate attendance records of trainees and ensuring absence reporting procedures are followed by trainees and other stakeholders. 
• Maintain an accurate record of the Partnership Schools information on the Partnership Schools tracker.
• Be responsible for maintaining effective communications with stakeholders by sending out the weekly newsletter and other key communications.
• To promote a professional and friendly point of call to all prospective staff, colleagues and trainees in respect of HR advice and support. 
• 30 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (term time + 1 week in school holidays)
• Grade D (FTE £26,918pa to £29,616pa) Actual salary £16,788pa to £18,471pa.

Job Description (Programmes)

Person Specification

What We’re Looking For:

• An experienced administrator
• Knowledge and experience of Initial Teacher Training (ITT)
• An eye for detail and drive for excellence
• A creative, organised, and proactive professional who remains calm under pressure
• A commitment to safeguarding

Why Join Us?

• Work as part of a dynamic team 
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enjoy flexibility in working hours and opportunities for personal growth
• Access to professional development

About HISP Multi-Academy Trust:

Inspiring Future Teachers is part of HISP Multi-Academy Trust, a forward-thinking and evidence-driven organisation. We believe in building excellent educational environments that inspire and unlock potential in all our school communities.  We currently have multiple schools within our Trust covering the age ranges from nursery to 18 with plans to expand and grow quickly across our geographical location.

Whilst we are currently a small Trust, we are ambitious and have a broad range of outward-facing accreditations that support our schools and those within our local area.   Evidence-informed practice underpins our ethos, professional development and school improvement.  We have an outstanding provision for training new teachers through our Inspiring Future Teachers Partnership. We have been designated, by the DfE, with two Teaching School Hubs covering Portsmouth, Southampton, the Isle of Wight and the Southeastern and Southwestern parts of Hampshire.  The core purpose behind the Teaching School Hubs is to become centres of excellence for teaching and leadership training and development.

How to Apply:

To apply, please download a Support Staff Application Form from the link below. Completed application forms should be sent to hr@hispmat.org.

Proposed interview date(s): week beginning 5th May 2025

Proposed start date for role: 1st September 2025

Please note:

• CVs will not be accepted

• Applications from agencies will not be considered

• For informal enquiries, please email us at hr@hispmat.org. 

Safeguarding and Equality:

The HISP Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are also committed to providing equality of opportunity at all stages of the recruitment and selection process and ensuring that candidates are treated fairly and lawfully throughout the process.

Join Inspiring Future Teachers and make a difference in a thriving and supportive environment.