Senior School Business Support Officer

Are you looking for a rewarding and challenging role in an education setting?

Do you have the skills and experience to manage the financial and operational aspects of a school? If so, we would love to hear from you!

We are seeking a senior school business officer to support the headteacher in ensuring the smooth and successful running of our setting in East Lancashire. You will be responsible for the supporting facilities, contracts and various administration duties.

You will have relevant experience in a similar role. You will also have excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills. You will have the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders, including staff, parents, pupils, governors, and external agencies.

• Liaise with the finance team with regards to invoicing and banking.
• Be responsible for the daily management of administration, data, catering, operations support, basic human resources and ICT.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Lead on some school contracts and ensure best value.
• Maintain the single central record inline with the HR policies.
• Ensure the ICT systems function effectively to enhance and supports the teaching and learning of the school.
• Promote the school's profile and reputation in the community.

What you'll need to succeed

• Ideally, experience of working in a school environment.
• Experience of contributing at a strategic level within the senior management/leadership team of an organisation
• Knowledge and experience of managing risk assessments and health and safety legislation.
• Experience of leading, managing, and motivating staff.
• Ability to lead and manage change.
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
• Flexibility and willingness to be adaptable.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role in the Blackburn area, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. The school is looking to shortlist ASAP so we are looking to move quickly on this position.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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