School Administrator

Firwood Special School; Bradshaw; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Supportive leadership

Quality facilities

Job summary

Firwood High School is seeking an enthusiastic and reliable School Administrator (Reception) to be the first point of contact for visitors, staff and students. You will provide a positive, welcoming reception with a professional, courteous and respectful style.

The role is permanent, 37 hours per week, term time plus 5 days, with a start date ASAP and a Grade D salary (£22,989 - £24,893). The Trust supports professional development and a supportive working environment.

Qualifications

• Be able to work independently and as part of an effective team.
• Literate and numerate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Be prepared to contribute to all aspects of school life.
• To work within and uphold the ethos of our school.

Responsibilities

• Be an able to work independently and as part of an effective team.
• Literate and numerate.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Be prepared to contribute to all aspects of school life.
• To work within and uphold the ethos of our school.

Skills

Teamwork

Literate

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Uphold school ethos

Job description

Firwood High School

“Learning without Limits”

Headteacher : Mr Carl Heatley

School Administrator (Reception)

Contract: Permanent 37 hours per week Term Time plus 5 days

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Grade D scale point 6-11 (£22,989 - £24,893)

Working Hours: 8.00 am - 4.00 pm

Firwood High School is a successful 11-19 special school meeting the needs of children with complex learning difficulties. It is also part of Woodbridge Academy Trust, in partnership with Ladywood Special School, Ladywood Outreach Service and Woodbridge College (Post 19 provision).

Please note that this position will initially be based at our temporary site in the BL2 area and then would at the Crompton Way site when the Sixth Form building is complete.

Due to a recent expansion creating our own Reception area our Trustees are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable Administrator to be the first point of contact for visitors, staff and students. You will be required to provide a positive and welcoming reception and have a professional, courteous and respectful style.

You will:

• Be an able to work independently and as part of an effective team
• Literate and numerate
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Be prepared to contribute to all aspects of school life
• To work within and uphold the ethos of our school

We will offer you:

• A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people
• Professional development to support you in your career
• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff
• The benefits of working in an innovative and forward thinking school and Trust
• Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop
• A genuinely happy and caring place to work
• High standard facilities

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

As a Trust we are committed to recognising and transferring your continuous service record if you are currently employed from within Bolton LA.

Closing Date for applications

Midnight Sunday 15th November 2026 Shortlisting: w/c 16th November 2026 Interviews: w/c 23rd November 2026

Informal visits to school are most welcome by arrangement with Helen Penketh. Please call on 01204 333044.

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.