School Office Administrator

Contract- permanent

Hours- 6.5 per week, Wednesday 08:00 – 15:00 (Term Time Only)

Salary-  NJC Grade D - Points 7-11 £13.69 - £14.59

Working hours can be flexible, with final arrangements to be agreed at interview with the successful candidate. 

We are looking to appoint a School Office Administrator to join our dedicated team at this inclusive all-age school for pupils with complex needs, including those with profound and multiple learning difficulties, severe learning difficulties and multi-sensory impairments.

This role is for one day per week and offers the opportunity to play a key part in the smooth and efficient running of the school office. You will work as part of a small, committed administrative team, providing high-quality support across a range of office functions.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent attention to detail and accuracy, contributing to effective record keeping, communication, and general administrative processes. You will collaborate closely with colleagues in the office to ensure tasks are completed efficiently and to a high standard, while also supporting wider school operations where needed.

A strong understanding of confidentiality, data protection, and statutory school requirements is essential, along with the ability to apply these consistently in line with school policies and procedures.

The successful applicant will have:
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•    Excellent attention to detail
•    Experience of and proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite of applications
•    Experience of working in a busy customer focused environment
•    Excellent written skills
•    Ability to foster positive professional relationships and work effectively with colleagues and multi agency professionals
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team
•    Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload
•    Ability to use ICT systems effectively
•    Ability to work to deadlines

The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exemption) Act 1975 and if you are successful, you will be required to apply to the Criminal Records Bureau for a ‘disclosure’.  It is also subject to satisfactory medical clearance and references.

If you would like an application form and further details for this post please contact the Education Personnel Team, Bickerstaffe House, 

Completed applications should be returned by email to admin@woodlands.blackpool.sch.uk for the attention of Karen Haworth, the Headteacher. 

Application Forms can be downloaded HERE 

If you have not been contacted within 1 week of the closing date you can assume that, on this occasion, your application has been unsuccessful. Invites to interview will be by email.

Thank you for the interest you have shown in this vacancy.

Woodlands School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory two-year reference history, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check), medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

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