SCHOOL BUSINESS SUPPORT & MARKETING OFFICER

Location

St Anne's Catholic Primary School, Leyland, Slater Lane, Leyland, Preston, Lancashire, PR25 1TL (189 on roll)

Tel: 01772 422769
School website: www.st-annes-lancs.co.uk

Summary

School Business Support and Marketing Officer

This is an exciting new role at St Anne’s, a school known for its strong sense of community, caring ethos, and high aspirations for every child. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed School Business Support and Marketing Officer to join our dedicated and welcoming team.

We are seeking someone who is well-organised, adaptable, and positive in their approach, and who enjoys working in a busy, varied office environment where accuracy, teamwork, and meeting deadlines are key. Working under the direction of the School Business Manager, the successful candidate will play an important role in the smooth running of the school — supporting administrative routines, working collaboratively with colleagues, and engaging warmly with parents, staff, and children alike.

The marketing aspect of the role offers a wonderful opportunity to celebrate and share the life of our school — capturing special moments, promoting achievements, and showcasing all that makes St Anne’s such a special place to learn and work.

In return, we can offer:

A positive, caring, and inclusive school ethos

A dedicated, fun, and nurturing staff team

Well-behaved, enthusiastic, and kind children who make us proud every day

Supportive colleagues who work closely with each other and our families

A flexible approach to working hours where possible, while always ensuring that the needs of the school come first

We would love to hear from applicants who share our values and enthusiasm for making a difference. Visits to the school are warmly encouraged — come and see for yourself what makes St Anne’s such a special place to work.

Please note that this vacancy closes at Noon on 07/11/2025

Essential Qualifications

5 A*-C GCSEs inc Maths and English or relevant level 2 national equivalent

Desirable Qualifications

Any qualifications relevant to the post eg. marketing, IT

Essential Experience

Experience of working in a front-facing, office environment 

See the list of required skills in the Person Specification

Desirable Experience

Experience of working in a school office environment

Experience of schools financial systems

Experience of reception duties

Experience of using Parent Pay

Experience of using SIMS/FMS modules or other similar software

Experience of ICT systems and software (Microsoft Office suite; Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Experience and confidence in utilising social media to engage a variety of audiences

For an informal discussion please contact:

Please contact the school on 01772 422769

Proposed Interview Date:

20/11/2025 

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.