Leading Lancashire Project Administrator

Lancaster & Morecambe College require an effective administrator to be part of the Leading Lancashire Project. Working as part of a customer-focussed team, you will provide administrative support, ensuring we deliver a high-quality service. You will liaise with other departments as required and produce data for internal and external stakeholders. You will be educated to Level 3 in Business/Administration/Management (or have equivalent skills and experience), have excellent communication skills and experience of working in a busy administration team.  

Benefits include defined benefits pension scheme, generous leave entitlement, opportunities for continuing professional development and good staff support services. 

If you have problems completing the application online, please email personnel@lmc.ac.uk and request an electronic application form in Word to submit via email. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

Job Purpose:  

• To provide administrative support for all aspects of the Leading Lancashire Project, including reporting progress to senior leaders.  Administer systems and processes to support the effectiveness of the project. 

Key Tasks / Responsibilities:

1. Liaise with Leading Lancashire Project Lead to develop systems and processes to meet the project outputs.

2. Liaise with lead accountable partner as and when required to ensure all deadlines and targets are met.

3. Provide administrative support to track and monitor key performance indicators for the project in a timely manner.

4. Support the administration of all the required information and data for submissions to lead accountable partner, including liaising with teams and individuals across the college to ensure all project expenditure is claimed in a timely and accurate manner.

5. Carry out all necessary administration within the Business & Conference Centre and manage the reception desk in the Centre for agreed periods of time, hosting Leading Lancashire clients in a customer friendly manner.

6. Provide administration support to all staff within the project.

7. Collate project related feedback from all participants.

8. Engage with local employers to identify and support their training needs.

9. Proactively promote the college and the project to business through a variety of methods.

10. Other duties commensurate with the grade of post as required.

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

• Contribute to the quality improvement process;
• Work within health and safety guidelines and be aware of your responsibilities for health and safety;
• Adhere to College policies and procedures;
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of young persons and vulnerable adults;
• Value diversity and promote equal opportunities;
• Undertake professional development to ensure skills and qualifications are up to date;
• Participate in meetings and events as required, e.g. Team meetings, parents’ evenings, etc.
• Work co-operatively with colleagues and show commitment to the College and its mission.
• Adhere to the College Values:
  High Expectations;
  Driving Success;
  Positive Impact;
  Welcoming Community;
  Productive Collaboration

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

Disclosure & Barring Service:  This post is subject to an enhanced DBS Certificate

Experience 

Essential - Measured by application form and interview

• Experience of working in a busy administration team covering a wide range of duties
• Customer Service experience

Qualifications

Essential - Measured by application form

• GCSE in Maths and English (or equivalent level 2 qualifications)
• Business Administration/ Management Level 3 (or equivalent skills & experience)

Desirable - Measured by application form

• IT Qualification 

Skills / Abilities

Essential - Measured by skills test and interview

• Excellent computer skills including the use of spreadsheets, databases and work processing packages
• High standard of English and numeracy
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent planning, prioritising and organisational skills

Personal

Essential - Measured by application form, skills test and interview 

• Proven organisational skills and the ability to pay attention to detail
• A reliable and flexible approach to work and smart appearance
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Suitability to work with young people and vulnerable adults
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Able to take responsibility and solve problems

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

Valued as a significant local employer, we work hard to provide a supportive, productive and fulfilling working environment for our staff. In addition to a friendly team culture and a range of excellent on-site facilities, we offer:

• Relevant staff training and development and good progression opportunities
• Defined Benefit Pension Schemes for all staff (Local Government and Teachers' Pensions Schemes)
• Generous leave entitlement
• A range of family-friendly and other supportive HR policies
• Cycle to Work scheme
• FREE College gym membership
• Dedicated Occupational Health
• On site The Salon, Restaurant and catering facilities
• Bring your dog to work to be walked, fed and cared for at Doggy Daycare
• FREE parking

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form