BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER

Location

Ryelands Primary And Nursery School, Torrisholme Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 2RJ (385 on roll)

Tel: 01524 64626
School website: www.ryelands.lancs.sch.uk

Summary

The Governors are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Business Support Officer who can contribute to the successful running of our school office and has had experience working in a school office.  This position is initially to cover a maternity leave however, there might be an opportunity for this position to become permanent.  The hours can vary from 10 - 30 hours per week depending on the right candidate.

The successful candidate will be working within a busy office and maintaining a friendly approach to all stakeholders.  It is essential the candidate will be able to work under pressure and communicate effectively with peers and pupils.

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.

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 this vacancy closes at 5pm on 10/10/2025

Essential Qualifications

3 GCSE’s or equivalent A-C to include Maths and English

Desirable Qualifications

Administration qualification

Essential Experience

Experience in working in a school environment.

Experience of working on SIMS modules.

Experience in administration work.

Experience in working with Microsoft Office.

Knowledge and experience of school policies relating to health and safety, behaviour, attendance, equal opportunities, child protection.

Recent regular use of ICT systems.

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact Bev Jenkins - School Business Manager

Proposed Interview Date:

16/10/2025 

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.