Education Programmes Assistant

Job Title: Administrator - Education Programmes Assistant

School: Lift Schools central team

Location: Ed City, 3rd Floor, 1

EdCity Walk, London, W12 7TF
(3 days in office, 2 days WFH)

Salary: £27,000 - £31,000 + well‑being cash plan + pension scheme + additional Lift Schools benefits

Hours: Full time

Contract type: Permanent

Start date: ASAP

An exciting opportunity to join a friendly multi‑academy trust in a gorgeous new building. Lift Schools are one of the largest trusts in the country, comprising 59 primary, secondary and special schools and educating over 33,000 pupils.

Reporting to Natalie Straker, Education Programmes Coordinator, you will receive a structured introduction, training on the system and support from a friendly manager. You will provide high‑quality administrative, operational and event support for the Education Programmes office, coordinating teacher and leader development programmes, curriculum networks, study tours and principal events, while also providing senior leadership support.

This is a varied and fast‑paced role that combines programme coordination, event delivery, stakeholder management and senior leadership support. The successful candidate will be highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Good IT skills with calendars, spreadsheets and document production.

• High levels of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Professional and clear communication with a wide range of stakeholders.

• Ability to manage one’s own time effectively and adapt to a changing environment.

• Comprehensive training and development programmes.
• Generous pension plan, healthcare and financial support.
• Discounted gym memberships, travel deals and other lifestyle perks.

Lift Schools are committed to safeguarding, promoting pupil welfare and adopting a fair recruitment process inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part‑time and flexible working opportunities will be considered. We are a Disability Confident Employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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