School Administration & Support Officer

Kirklees Council; Birkby; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD Opportunities

Well-being at school

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Birkby Infant and Nursery School, under Kirklees Council, seeks a proactive Business Support Officer to join the admin team. You will handle essential office tasks, ensure smooth reception operations, and support school communications with accuracy and discretion.

The role requires at least 3 years in office-based administration (preferably in a school), strong IT skills, and a calm, organized approach to deadlines and safeguarding. DBS checks apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years office-based admin experience, preferably in a school setting.
• Ability to work independently and in a small team.
• Excellent interpersonal and time management skills.
• Strong confidentiality and compliance with statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient administrative support to ensure school operations run smoothly.
• Support reception duties and handle visitors and phone calls for the Headteacher/SBM.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with trips, events, and communications.
• Handle various clerical tasks with accuracy and deadlines.

Skills

Office admin

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Confidentiality

IT literacy

Communication

Tools

Arbor system

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Birkby Infant and Nursery School, under Kirklees Council, seeks a proactive Business Support Officer to join the admin team. You will handle essential office tasks, ensure smooth reception operations, and support school communications with accuracy and discretion.

The role requires at least 3 years in office-based administration (preferably in a school), strong IT skills, and a calm, organized approach to deadlines and safeguarding. DBS checks apply.