Senior Business Assistant

Employer
Selwood Academy
Location
Frome, Somerset
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time
Salary
Pay Grade 13.6 £25,989 pa, pro rata
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
21st September 2025 09:00 PM
Contract Type
Permanent
Job ID
1506092
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Permanent
  • Job ID: 1506092

Senior Business Assistant

To start as soon as possible

25hrs per week - Monday - Friday preferred (Some flexibility may be available and can be discussed at interview)

Term time position plus 2 weeks (this will require some school holiday work as determined by the line manager)

Pay Grade 13.6 £25,989 pa, pro rata (salary range offered from 6-8)

Are you confident, resilient and have a positive outlook? If so, you may be the perfect fit for our current vacancy! We are seeking a Senior Business Assistant to join the team in a dynamic role. You will hold a key role within our team, contributing to a variety of business functions essential to the smooth running of the academy. 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 deemed secondary 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.

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. Please contact the school.

Closing date: Sunday 21st September at 9pm

Interviews to be held on: Thursday 25th September (in the first instance please allow all morning 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.

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Safeguarding Statement:

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.