Business Assistant
To start ASAP
Hours of work: 18 hours permanent – The core requirements are Monday with a finish time of 4pm (start time is negotiable) and a Friday to be worked to support the current structure, but some flexibility may be available and can be discussed at interview.
This is a term time only position.
Pay Grade 15.3 £24,796 pa, pro rata, £12.85 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 assist with looking after our wonderful Reception; greeting and supporting our academy community and to also undertake tasks to support the business team as a whole. 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 and proactive. 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.
Please note, Selwood Academy are currently in the process of a potential conversion to a Multi Academy Trust. Questions about this can be answered at interview should you have any.
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 Anna Drewitt, Senior Business Assistant.
Closing date: Monday 20th October 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews to be held on: Monday 3rd November 2025 (In the first instance please allow all day for interview).
Please note: This vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received so we encourage applications to be submitted as soon as possible.
Respectfully, recent applicants need not apply.
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.
