School Operations & Cover Coordinator

Kirklees Council; Dewsbury; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Westborough High School in Dewsbury is seeking an exceptionally organised Business Support Officer to join the Administration Team. This varied, fast-paced role offers responsibility and a central position in daily school operations, with opportunities to contribute to smooth day-to-day running.

You will lead cover management, coordinate staff absence, organise lesson cover with external agencies, and provide high-quality administrative support across the school, including data input and reports.

Qualifications

• Exceptionally organised, efficient and confident individual.
• Varied and fast-paced role at the heart of the school.
• No two days will be the same.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day coordination of staff cover, ensuring continuity of learning.
• Coordinate and organize daily lesson cover with staff and external agencies.
• Plan ahead for known absences and school events, managing budgeted cover expenditure.

Skills

Highly organized

Efficient

Confident

Strong communicator

Job description

Westborough High School in Dewsbury is seeking an exceptionally organised Business Support Officer to join the Administration Team. This varied, fast-paced role offers responsibility and a central position in daily school operations, with opportunities to contribute to smooth day-to-day running.

You will lead cover management, coordinate staff absence, organise lesson cover with external agencies, and provide high-quality administrative support across the school, including data input and reports.