SCHOOL BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER 1

Location

Baxenden St John's Church Of England Primary School, Church Avenue, Baxenden, Accrington, BB5 2RQ (206 on roll)

Tel: 01254 234074
School website: baxendenstjohns.school

Summary

Are you a highly motivated and organized individual looking to make a positive impact in education? Baxenden St John's CE Primary School is seeking a dedicated School Business Support Officer to join our dynamic team. 

At Baxenden St John's CE Primary, we are committed to providing a nurturing and inspiring environment where every child can thrive. With a strong focus on academic excellence and holistic development, we aim to empower our students to reach their full potential.

As our School Business Admin Officer, you will play a crucial role in the efficient and effective operation of our school by providing routine clerical/administrative/word processing. Key responsiblities will include:

Provide general clerical and administrative support, including word processing, minute taking, filing routine correspondence, distributing mail, basic reprographics.

Routine financial administration, including petty cash, postage, banking etc.

Maintaining and updating manual and computerised records including, for example, records of free school meals, school trips, registers etc including related data input.

Undertake reception duties including answering telephone and responding to routine queries.

Maintaining stock and ordering supplies, including the processing of orders, check of incoming deliveries, arranging for payment of invoices and the distribution and storage of stock.

General welfare support, where required, including liaison with staff and parents.

This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

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

Essential Qualifications

Relevant qualifications including GCSEs or equivalent Grade A-C (Including English and Maths)

Desirable Qualifications

Relevant Level 2 (or above) qualification

Essential Experience

Proven experience in a similar role

Excellent organisational and time management abilities

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in relevant software applications, such as Microsoft Office (SIMS would be advantageous)

Desirable Experience

Experience within the education sector

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please phone the school office on 01254 234 074 for an informal visit and chat with the headteacher, Mrs. J. Green or the School Business Manager, Mrs. P. Duncan.

Proposed Interview Date:

20/10/2025 

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.