School Administrator

FIRWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
“Learning without Limits”

Headteacher : Mr Carl Heatley

School Administrator (Reception)

Contract: Permanent 37 hours per week Term Time plus 5 days
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: Grade D scale point 6-11 (£22,989 - £24,893)

Working Hours: 8.00 am 4.00 pm

Firwood High School is a successful 11-19 special school meeting the needs of children with
complex learning difficulties. It is also part of Woodbridge Academy Trust, in partnership with Ladywood Special School, Ladywood Outreach Service and Woodbridge College (Post 19 provision).

Please note that this position will initially be based at our temporary site in the BL2 area and then would at the Crompton Way site when the Sixth Form building is complete.

Due to a recent expansion creating our own Reception area our Trustees are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable Administrator to be the first point of contact for visitors, staff and students. You will be required to provide a positive and welcoming reception and have a professional, courteous and respectful style.

You will:

• Be an able to work independently and as part of an effective team
• Literate and numerate
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Be prepared to contribute to all aspects of school life
• To work within and uphold the ethos of our school

We will offer you:

• A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people
• Professional development to support you in your career
• Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff
• The benefits of working in an innovative and forward thinking school and Trust
• Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop
• A genuinely happy and caring place to work
• High standard facilities

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

As a Trust we are committed to recognising and transferring your continuous service record if you are currently employed from within Bolton LA.

For more information about this role and how to apply please follow this link:

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146410/EDV-2026-FHS-07057

Closing Date for applications: Midnight Sunday 15^th November 2026
Shortlisting: w/c 16^th November 2026
Interviews: w/c 23^rd November 2026

Informal visits to school are most welcome by arrangement with Helen Penketh. Please call on 01204 333044.

The school is committed to safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be
undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.