School Office Operations Lead

Education Authority (Northern Ireland); Lisburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is seeking an Executive Officer to oversee the organisation and management of the school office and staff, and to provide administrative support to the Principal, staff and Board of Governors.

The role covers supervision of up to 5 staff, development of information systems, and responsibility for purchasing, finance, reception and secretarial duties within a school setting.

Qualifications

• Have either NVQ 3 or BTEC National in Business/Administration or Finance, OR five years’ experience in an administrative role.
• Minimum two years’ demonstrable experience in an administrative role in an office environment.
• Minimum one year’s demonstrable experience in the management and supervision of staff.
• Demonstrable experience of purchasing and supplies administration.
• Evidence of proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, clerical and secretarial support for school staff and Board of Governors.
• Develop and operate information systems related to pupils, staff, budgets, meals and maintenance.
• Complete and submit returns/records as required.
• Supervise staff and allocate duties, with on‑the‑job training as needed.
• Operate purchasing procedures including ordering, receiving and stock control.
• Receive and account for cash, manage banking records and assist with financial procedures.

Skills

Word processing

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Education

NVQ 3 or BTEC National in Business/Administration or Finance

Job description

Education Authority (Northern Ireland) is seeking an Executive Officer to oversee the organisation and management of the school office and staff, and to provide administrative support to the Principal, staff and Board of Governors.

The role covers supervision of up to 5 staff, development of information systems, and responsibility for purchasing, finance, reception and secretarial duties within a school setting.