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Job Reference #
EDV/2026/CC/35606
Location
Cranbury Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG30 2TS
Contract Type
Permanent
Contract Term
Full-Time
Salary
£22,605.00 – £22,964.00 Annually (Actual)
Term time only plus 5 INSET days. 37 hours per week. 8.00 – 4.00pm.
Closing Date
Midnight, Thu 25th Jun, 2026
Start Date
01 September 2026
Positions Available
1
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About This Role
We are seeking an organised Administrative Assistant to provide support for our Alternative Provision pathways and Student Transport Services across Cranbury College. In this role, you will be working across our College Road and Great Holland Primary School sites, playing a vital role in supporting AP administration processes, student enrolment and induction, and ensuring the smooth and timely coordination of the Student Transport Service. This will include liaising with drivers, parents, and stakeholders to plan and communicate routes effectively. Experience in data management, reporting, and general administrative duties is essential. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail focused, and confident working in a fast paced environment where strong communication and organisational skills are key.
About Cranbury College
Cranbury College is a Alternative Education provider for young people ranging from 5-16 years old. We support learners who have been permanently excluded from mainstream settings and provide preventative support to those who are at risk of permanent exclusion. Additionally, we support those that unintentionally exclude themselves from education and children who cannot access school for medical reasons. We are a multi-site organisation which includes our Primary provision, based at College Road and Secondary provision, based at Cranbury Road. We have Outreach teams that provide specialist support within schools and a Hospital Teaching Service based at Royal Berkshire Hospital who provide education to children on short and long term stays. Cranbury College is a fast paced, energetic setting where we pride ourselves on a strong team ethic, always working together to create a nurturing and supportive setting for our student’s alternative pathway to success.
About The Trust
Maiden Erlegh Trust is committed to developing a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community of highly effective schools that deliver excellent education opportunities for the children and young people of the communities we serve. Through our work we will ensure that our children are equipped with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to deal with the demands of an ever-changing world. The Trust currently comprises 9 schools in the local area, with a variety of settings including primary, secondary, special and a PRU. As a Trust, we encourage professional development at all levels through the use of cross Trust networks to share best practice and ideas. We also actively encourage the promotion of staff to different roles within the Trust and to different settings in line with their career aspirations. Click Work @ Maiden Erlegh Trust to find out more information about why you should work for Maiden Erlegh Trust and to read testimonials from existing staff.
Benefits
Further information about some of the staff benefits that Maiden Erlegh Trust offers its employees, can be found on our website HERE
Staff Wellbeing is very important to us. As a member of Maiden Erlegh Trust staff these are just some of the examples of how we show our appreciation to staff.
- We operate a system of ‘ME days’ allowing staff to request on additional day off per year to attend special events such as children’s sports days & graduations, family and friends’ weddings.
- CPD is available for all staff at all levels.
- Free flu vaccinations are offered to all staff.
- Free eye tests are provided for eligible staff.
- Breakfast and lunch provided for staff regularly, including on many INSET days and as a thank you throughout the year.
If you believe that this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and substantially contribute to an exciting future for our students, then you are encouraged to explore further by contacting recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for a more detailed discussion, if required.
Applicants are advised to apply as early as possible as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time. Please note that appointment to this role is subject to securing funding.
We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and successful references.
Related Documents
- Admin Support Assistant.pdf
Contact Details
Recruitment Team
- kendall@maidenerleghtrust.org
Cranbury College Would Like All Candidates To Answer Specific Questions For The Personal Statement Section. For Reference, Here Is a Preview Of The Questions/headings
- I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, the personal email I have provided on this document can be uploaded to Every to process my onboarding paperwork
- I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, the personal email I have provided on this document can be uploaded to National College to receive my induction training
- I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, that I consent to processing my DBS check using the personal details provided.
- Please write your personal statement here:
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