Business Support Officer - Part Time

Moorlands Primary School; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Friendly staff and pupils

Supportive environment

Job summary

Moorlands Primary School in Huddersfield is seeking an enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to provide high-quality support to pupils, families, staff and visitors. You will be the first point of contact, delivering a professional reception service and handling enquiries with discretion.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Training will be provided; a DBS check is required; start date January 2027.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience is essential.
• Experience in a school environment is desirable but not essential; training provided.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a professional manner.
• Highly organised, accurate and able to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and business support across the school.
• Deliver a professional and welcoming reception service.
• Manage telephone, email and visitor enquiries.
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems.
• Support meetings, events and communications.
• Work with school information systems and Microsoft Office.
• Support safeguarding procedures and confidentiality.
• Assist with lunchtime management and pupil interaction.

Skills

Excellent communication

Highly organized

Accuracy and deadlines

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

School information systems

Job description

Scale: Grade 5

Hours:
25 hours per week
3 days 8am - 1pm (two of these days must be Monday & Friday, third day flexible)
2 days 12pm - 5pm (can be flexible on which two days)

Contract Type: Permanent

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a friendly and supportive school community where children are at the heart of everything we do. The role requires an individual who is committed to providing high-quality administrative support and exceptional customer service to pupils, families, staff and visitors.

The successful candidate will join an established team and play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school's administrative functions. You will be the first point of contact for many visitors and families and therefore must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, alongside a professional and welcoming manner.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing administrative and business support across the school.
• Delivering a professional and welcoming reception service.
• Managing telephone, email and visitor enquiries.
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
• Supporting meetings, events and communications.
• Working effectively with a range of school information systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Supporting safeguarding procedures and always maintaining confidentiality.
• Working closely with children, e.g. helping with the management of lunchtime.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is highly organised, accurate and able to meet deadlines.
• Demonstrates strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
• Can work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Has a positive, flexible and proactive approach.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Is committed to supporting the wellbeing and success of all pupils.
• Previous experience in an administrative role is essential. Experience of working within a school environment is desirable but not essential. Training will be provided where required.

We can offer:

• A welcoming and supportive staff team.
• Friendly and enthusiastic children.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A positive working environment where staff wellbeing is valued.

Safeguarding

Moorlands Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and all pre-employment safeguarding checks.

Closing Date: Tuesday 17th October 2026, 9.00am
Interviews: 24th November 2026
Start Date: January 2027

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email, and references will be requested prior to interview.

Mrs Amanda Denney
Headteacher