SCHOOL BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER

Overview

Salary £28,142 to £32,061 per year. Working hours Mon Fri 8:30am to 1:30pm, 25 hours Term Time Only (Pro Rata). Location: Holmeswood Methodist Primary School, Chapel Lane, Holmeswood, Rufford, L40 1UD.

Responsibilities

• Wide range of administrative duties, including financial administration: processing invoices, ordering resources, managing transactions/accounts and reconciling monthly Oracle reports.
• Self manage workload with excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Support safeguarding and promote welfare of children and young people.

Essential Experience & Skills

• Competent in ICT, including MS Office (Word & Excel) or equivalent.
• Good organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
• Strong communication with staff, children, parents and visitors.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• 4 GCSEs (or equivalent) Grade 9 (A) to 4 (C), including Maths and English.
• Experience working in a school.
• Experience using Bromcom, Arbor, SIMS, SIMS Finance or equivalent.
• Experience in a busy office environment.

Equal Opportunities

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community. We are also a Disability Confident employer and support disabled applicants meeting the essential criteria.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff will undergo an Enhanced DBS check and training related to their role.

Closing date: 17/07/2026. To apply, please complete the attached application form.