SCHOOL BUSINESS SUPPORT & ATTENDANCE OFFICER

Location

Larkholme Primary School, Windermere Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire, FY7 8QB (279 on roll)

Tel: 01253 874024
School website: www.larkholme.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

Due to the retirement of the current post holder, the Governing Body of this nurturing and caring primary school are looking to appoint a friendly, organised, reliable and experienced staff member to work in the fast paced environment of the school office. 

The current post holder will be working with the successful candidate until the Easter holidays, to ensure a smooth and successful transition.  In this pivotal role, the requirement to multi task, build and maintain relationships with parents, and be able to use their initiative, is of paramount importance. This is an excellent opportunity for an extremely flexible individual, to be committed to the wider life of the school whilst providing vital administrative support and dedication.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates, and the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Please note that this vacancy closes at 9am on 31/01/2025

Essential Qualifications

5 GCSE’s at Grade A - C including English and Maths (or equivalent)

Desirable Qualifications

First Aid training

ECDL

Safeguarding training

Data Protection training

Essential Experience

Working within an administrative role and as part of a team and knowledge of SIMS

Use of MS Office software packages such as Word, Excel and Outlook

Ability to prioritise workload, work efficiently and accurately, particularly under pressure, to deadlines and using own initiative

Ability to address sensitive matters with a caring manner and maintaining confidentiality at all times

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Desirable Experience

Working within a school environment

For an informal discussion please contact:

: Miss Karen Moore (School Business Manager) 01253 874024 sbm@larkholme.lancs.sch.uk

Proposed Interview Date:

10/02/2025 

Equal Opportunities statement

An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

 

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.