School Operations Lead (Admin & Compliance)

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Sowerby Bridge; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Community is seeking an Education Business Support Officer to coordinate non-teaching operations and support school leadership. You’ll bridge office staff and senior leaders, ensuring a smooth, welcoming front-of-house and robust administrative systems.

You will manage pupil records, attendance and safeguarding data, organise meetings, support HR, admissions and financial compliance, and help keep the school community well informed and compliant.

Qualifications

• Strong administrative experience, ideally in education, social care, or regulatory setting.
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Clear communicator, both written and verbal.
• Discreet, professional and committed to confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the school office, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front-of-house service.
• Manage school systems and databases, including pupil records, attendance, and safeguarding.
• Provide administrative support to Headteacher and wider school team.
• Coordinate maintenance, health and safety checks, and resource orders.
• Support statutory data submissions and compliance processes.
• Act as first point of contact for parents and carers, ensuring timely communication.
• Organise school meetings and events, including agendas and minute-taking.
• Support HR administration, admissions, and financial compliance.

Skills

Administrative experience

Microsoft Office proficiency

Clear communication

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Compass Community is seeking an Education Business Support Officer to coordinate non-teaching operations and support school leadership. You’ll bridge office staff and senior leaders, ensuring a smooth, welcoming front-of-house and robust administrative systems.

You will manage pupil records, attendance and safeguarding data, organise meetings, support HR, admissions and financial compliance, and help keep the school community well informed and compliant.