Business Assistant
To start September 2025
Pay Grade 15.3 £24027 pa, pro rata, £12.4538 per hour
Are you helpful, resilient and have a positive outlook? If so, you may be the perfect fit for our current vacancy! We are seeking a Business Assistant to join the team in a dynamic role. You will be part of a team that looks after our wonderful Reception; greeting and signposting our academy community as well as contributing to the business needs of the academy by undertaking a variety of tasks. The existing members of the business team will offer plenty of support and guidance as well as a good sense of humour and great teamwork.
It is essential that the person undertaking this role is organised, proactive, and able to work flexibly. This role requires someone who is calm under pressure and has a ‘can do’, positive approach to work within what can be a very busy and pressured environment. Previous experience of working in a school office is desirable but not essential.
Selwood is a large middle school recognised for its warm, caring, vibrant community. Each member of staff at Selwood Academy has a vital role to play in providing an environment where all can let their light shine. We are exceptionally proud of our staff and the dedication they display every day to support everyone to reach their potential.
Hours of work: 30 hours permanent, some flexibility may be available and can be discussed at interview.
This is a term time position.
Visits are warmly welcomed and if you wish to discuss the post prior to applying please do not hesitate to contact the academy to speak to Nia Presley, Assistant Academy Business Manager. Please contact the school.
Closing date: Thursday 29 May at 12 noon
Interviews to be held on: Monday 9 June (In the first instance please allow all day for interview).
Selwood Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with Safer Recruitment all our posts require an enhanced criminal background check via the disclosure procedure and are subject to pre-employment checks. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
