SCHOOL BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER (1-YEAR FIXED-TERM CONTRACT)

Location

Ashton Primary School, Ainsdale Drive, Ashton, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1TU (199 on roll)

Tel: 01772 728052
School website: www.ashton.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

The Headteacher and Governors of Ashton Community Primary School are looking to appoint a School Business Support Officer to support the efficient running of the school. 

As a valued member of the administration team, you will be the first point of contact for enquiries and visitors to the school.  We are therefore looking for someone who is friendly and has excellent communication skills.  You will also undertake a wide range of administrative duties in a busy office environment.

We can offer you:

an opportunity to work with happy, enthusiastic children who deserve the very best;

a friendly and supportive environment;

supportive, experienced and enthusiastic staff;

opportunities for training and development.

For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Mrs Diane Brooks, School Business Manager.  In addition, candidates are encouraged to visit our school prior to applying and should contact the school office to arrange this. 

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.

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 this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

Lancashire County Council has a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available to all applicants upon request.

Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached

Please note that this vacancy closes at 12 Noon on 28/02/2025

Essential Qualifications

5 GCSEs at C / grade 4 or equivalent including English Language and Maths

Essential Experience

Administrative work

Use of MS Word and Excel

Working as part of a team in a busy environment

Desirable Experience

Use of school IT systems (SIMS, Parent Pay)

Experience with children and young people

For an informal discussion please contact:

Mrs Diane Brooks, School Business Manager

Proposed Interview Date:

10/03/2025 

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.