Administrative Officer - The Blandford School

About the Role

The Blandford School is seeking a highly motivated Guidance and Welfare Administrator to join our dynamic team. The successful applicant will support the pastoral care of Year 7 students and maintain accurate records and communication with families.

Work Hours

37.5 hours per week, term time only (including one additional week during school holidays).

Salary

Grade 6 (SCPS 6 9): £22,569 to £23,668. Full time equivalent: £25,989 - £27,254. Salary is paid in equal monthly instalments and will be adjusted at the start of employment and if leaving mid term.

Start Date

1 September 2026.

Employment Type

One year fixed term, initially pending review.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the pastoral care and behaviour/achievement of students.
• Communicate with families, students and staff.
• Keep accurate records.
• Demonstrate and uphold the values of the school.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Accurate record keeping.
• Knowledge/experience of IT systems.
• Teamwork.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Good interpersonal, organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Working knowledge of a range of IT systems (training will be provided).
• Patience, tact and diplomacy, ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
• Holding a first aid qualification, or willingness to undertake training, is an advantage.
• Disclosure and Barring Service check, as per Government's safer recruitment guidance.
• This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Legal and Safeguarding

The school will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates as part of safeguarding. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted following the safeguarding policy.

Equal Opportunities

The Blandford School values the diversity of its workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.