Senior Business Support Officer – Pastoral - Southgate School

Kirklees Council; Almondbury; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Senior Business Support Officer to enhance the lives of students. This role involves providing vital administrative support to the Pastoral and Intervention Team, ensuring that each student's needs are met effectively. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and will be committed to fostering a nurturing atmosphere for students with special needs. Join a passionate team that values professional development and offers a supportive induction program, making a meaningful difference in the educational journey of young individuals.

Benefits

Employee Healthcare

Parking

Induction Programme

Performance Management

Coaching and Mentoring

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative roles, particularly in educational settings.
• Ability to manage pupil information and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Pastoral and Intervention Team.
• Assist with the Education, Health, and Care (EHCP) process.

Skills

Administrative Support

Compassion and Empathy

Team Collaboration

Flexibility and Adaptability

Proactive Approach

Job description

Senior Business Support Officer – Pastoral - Southgate School

Organisation Schools

Directorate Primary Schools

Service Area Southgate School

Hours You will work 33 hours per week, 5 days per week on a term time (plus 1 week) basis.

Number of Jobs 1

Location(s) School House Southfield Road, Almondbury HD5 8TG

Position type Permanent

Grade Grade 6

Would you like to work for a school that values its pupils and staff and have the opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of our amazing pupils whilst being supported to develop your Business Support skills?

We are looking for a dedicated and organised Senior Business Support Officer to join our friendly Business Support Team at Southgate School.

You will be part of a positive staff team who work collaboratively and you will have the opportunity to work across the school providing support to Pastoral and Intervention Team including working with colleagues from other organisations and liaising with parents and carers.

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Pastoral and Intervention Team including helping to manage pupil information in relation to medical, care plans and risk assessments.

You will assist with the Education, Health, and Care (EHCP) process and work as part of the wider Business Support Team in terms of organising events and managing the reception.

We are looking for a person who;

• Is compassionate and empathetic, with a genuine interest in supporting children with special needs.
• Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team.
• Is flexible and adaptable to changing circumstances as every day at Southgate School is different.
• Is reliable and proactive, with a strong sense of responsibility.

We are committed to ensure the highest standards of wellbeing and professional development and you will be able to access training appropriate to your role and to support for future development within the school.

At Southgate School we can provide you with the following:

• Access to wider support and employee healthcare with a significant focus on wellbeing initiative
• Centrally located with parking and convenient transport link
• An extensive and supportive induction programme
• Ongoing supportive performance management
• Coaching and mentoring
• Career progression and development opportunities

We employee over 130 people who are skilled in providing person centred support to our pupils.

We are proud of the warm and nurturing environment which is evident across school.Working for Southgate can be challenging but extremely rewarding.

If you want to come and find out more about our school, please contact Josephine or Jodie on 01484 504544 for a chat or arrange a visit to the school. Have a look at our website ( www.southgateschool.co.uk ) or follow us on Facebook to learn more about Southgate.

• Ensure you provide details and examples on how you meet the criteria listed in the person specification within your supporting statement.This information is used to help identity your skills and abilities and is used as part of our shortlisting process (additional information can be emailed to [e-mail] ).
• Remember the interview panel do not know you so use this as an opportunity to sell yourself.

Shortlisting to take place w/c 19 May 2025

Interviews to take place w/c 2 June 2025

At Southgate School, we are dedicated to safeguarding and well-being of children and young people, and we require all staff and volunteers to uphold this dedication. In accordance with our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy, all staff undergo an enhanced DBS check. While a conviction may not automatically disqualify candidates from consideration, it will be assessed as part of our recruitment procedure.

Furthermore, as part of our commitment to safeguarding, we will perform an online background check during the application process. Additionally, references will be requested for shortlisted candidates before the interview stage.