Business Support Officer - Paddock Junior Infant & Nursery School

Kirklees Council; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Huddersfield is seeking an enthusiastic Business Support Officer to join their team. The role involves providing essential office support, thriving under pressure, and contributing to the school's vibrant environment. The position is temporary until July 2026, with potential for permanence. Applicants should possess strong organisational skills and be excited to work in a dynamic team. Visits to the school are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Experience working in an office environment.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide essential support in the school office.
• Play a vital role in the ongoing development of the school.

Skills

Time Management

Organisational Skills

ICT Skills

Job description

Business Support Officer - Paddock Junior Infant & Nursery School

Organisation: Schools

Directorate: Primary Schools

Service Area: Paddock J I & N School

Hours: 24 hours per week - Term time only

Number of Jobs: 1

Location(s): Heaton Road, Huddersfield HD1 4JJ

Position type: Temporary

Length of contract: 17th July 2026

Grade: Grade 5

Business Support Assistant

Contract details: Fixed Term until July 2026 with possibility to make permanent upon successful induction period

Working hours: Mon, Tues, Weds, Thurs (9.30am- 4.00pm, includes ½ hr lunch break)

Start date: 2nd September 2025

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised, and efficient Business Support Assistant to join our team at Paddock Junior Infant and Nursery School. They will play a vital role in the ongoing development of our vibrant, successful, and happy school by providing essential support in our school office.

Do you have experience working in an office environment?

Are you able to thrive under pressure and enjoy a challenge?

Do you possess exceptional time management and organisational skills?

Are your ICT skills transferable to a school environment?

Are you a team player excited to join a dynamic staff?

If yes, we invite you to apply.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact the school office at 01484 515954 to schedule an appointment.

To apply, download and complete the attached application form. A CV is not required. Completed application forms should be emailed to the Headteacher at [e-mail] by 5pm on Sunday, 8th June 2025. Interviews are scheduled for Thursday, 12th May 2025.

This position is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level. Please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not necessarily exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.