School Business Support Officer 1

  • Burnley
  • Lancashire County Council

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  • 189604 Number of Posts
  • 1 Grade
  • 3. Salary
  • £22737 to £ 23114 (Pro rata)Initial 1 year contract with a view to extend Term
  • Full-time - Term Time only. PerM/FTC
  • Fixed Term Contract. Required
  • (ASAP ). Hours
  • 37 hours a week. Closing Date
  • 21/12/2023.Location

Broadfield Specialist School For Sen (cognition And Learning), Coal Clough Lane, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 5BT (192 on roll) Tel: 01282 508629

Summary

Broadfield Specialist school is an Outstanding SEND provision for students with generic learning difficulties aged 11-19, we are a vibrant community that includes and values everyone.

The main focus of the role is to support with general office duties including;

  • maintaining and updating student records
  • covering the busy reception area
  • providing administrative support
  • answering phones to parents carers and other stakeholders
  • responding to routine queries
  • scanning files onto electronic software systems
  • Sending communications to parents carers and other stakeholders

We are looking for someone with an approachable, professional and friendly manner who has excellent communication skills to provide a welcoming feel for those contacting/visiting school, or who need assistance from the office. Time management and good organisational skills are important as the post holder will need to be able to balance the demands of their workload with the regular interruptions of answering the phone and being on reception.

The ability to enter data accurately and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality are essential requirements.

The closing date is 12 noon on 21 December 2023.

Essential Qualifications

  • Applicants will have at least a grade C or 4 in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)

Desirable Experience

Experience of administrative work in a school environment or other administrative experience would be an advantage but is not an essential requirement.For an informal discussion please contact: If you wish to discuss the post prior to applying, please contact Mrs M Healy, School Business Manager on 01282 508629

Proposed Interview Date: 11/01/2024

Equal Opportunities statement

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