Senior Administrator

Job details

Job reference REQ
012014 | Date posted 19/01/2026 | Final date to receive applications 18/02/2026 | Location Wetherby | Salary pro rata £25,877.80 - £27,041.04 per annum | Package Competitive | Benefits + Significant Pension | Contractual hours 18.5 | Basis Part time | Job category/type Administration

Are you a detail-oriented, organised, and proactive individual looking to make an impact in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We’re on the hunt for an exceptional Senior Administrator to join our team. If you thrive in a role where no two days are the same and enjoy supporting a team with outstanding organisational skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Wealstun, working as a Senior Administrator. This role is offered on a permanent, part-time basis, working 18.5 hours per week.

Who are Novus?

Novus are a leading provider of prison education and have been supporting men, women, and children of all ages for over 30 years across the UK to take new directions. We are part of the LTE group of companies that include The Manchester College, MOL, Total People, UCEN, and LTE Group Operations. We are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted and have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners, ensuring our learners secure their place as the movers and shakers of the future.

Our business is growing year on year due to our continued success as a leading provider in prison education.

Site Information

HMP Wealstun is a Category C men’s prison near Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire, focused on rehabilitation through education, skills development, and structured training. Formed in 1995 from the merger of two neighbouring prisons, it now operates solely as a Category C establishment, offering a wide range of learning, vocational and resettlement opportunities to support men preparing for release. The prison provides modern facilities, purposeful activity, and strong support services aimed at helping learners build confidence, gain qualifications, and progress towards positive futures.

Role Responsibilities

Please see the attached role profile for an overview of general role responsibilities. Specific details pertaining to the nature of the role are shared during the interview process.

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need to:

• Hold or be willing to gain qualifications at level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy within agreed timescales.
• Hold or be willing to work towards a Level 2 qualification related to ICT or Business Administration or relevant industrial experience and skills.
• Effective and efficient administration within a busy office environment.
• Maintaining accurate electronic and paper-based data recording systems.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Time management
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Customer Service
• Up to date IT skills

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (Pro-Rata)
• 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week (Pro-Rata)
• Significant Pension contributions
• Retail Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

Novus is committed to providing an environment where everyone is valued as an individual and where learners and colleagues can work, learn, flourish and develop their skills and knowledge in an atmosphere of dignity and respect. We are committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities in which we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and learner community that reflects the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

Closing date

The closing date for this job advert is 18/02/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response.