Description
Role: Senior Administrative Officer
Academy: Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange
Start Date: 09/03/2026 or ASAP
Salary (Actual Salary): £21, £21,968.84
Working Pattern: 32.5 Hours Per Week, Monday to Friday, Term Time only + 2 days
Are you a highly organised and proactive administrator ready for a pivotal role at Outwood Grange Academies Trust? We are seeking a Senior Admin Officer to manage key administrative, financial, and organisational processes.
This exciting role oversees the academy's reception and administration, provides direct support to the Principal (including diary management and communications), and coordinates essential HR functions like staff cover, recruitment assistance, and payroll returns. You will also be key in managing school finance systems, including Parent Pay, stock, and procurement.
If you thrive on variety and want to be central to our academy's success, apply today
Welcome from the Principal:
Thank you for taking the time to consider a career at Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange, located in the heart of Lundwood, Barnsley. Our academy prioritises promoting strong community relationships and fostering a supportive, nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Our dedicated team is committed to maintaining high expectations and making a significant positive impact on our children's lives. We value collaborative practices and professional development, offering ample opportunities for growth.
Joining Littleworth Grange means becoming part of a team that champions both academic achievement and the holistic development of each child through our personal development curriculum. We provide access to excellent resources and the broader support network of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust. We aim to create a professional and supportive atmosphere where staff are empowered to contribute to the success of our students and the academy.
Outwood Primary Academy Littleworth Grange is a school where you can make a genuine impact on the lives of children: We are committed to making a real difference in the lives of our pupils and their families.
If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Nic Mullooly on
Responsibilities
The Senior Admin Officer is responsible for undertaking administrative, financial, and organisational processes under the guidance of senior staff. This includes overseeing the academy reception and the overall administration function, ensuring support is provided to staff, SLT, and the Local Academy Council.
The role involves providing direct support to the Principal, such as managing their diary, prioritising incoming communications, and organising meetings, including minute taking. The officer handles HR-related administration, specifically organising cover for staff absence, processing Payroll returns, and assisting with recruitment and attendance management.
Financial support includes administering the Parent Pay system, managing stock within an agreed budget, and processing orders using the commercial card. Finally, the role requires updating record systems like SIMS and E-Finance, producing reports, and completing external returns such as the Pupil Census.
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Qualifications
We are looking for a highly capable Senior Admin Officer who possesses Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths. Crucially, you'll need substantial experience in an office/admin role, specifically developing and managing administrative systems. The ability to communicate effectively across all levels, maintain confidentiality, and use standard ICT packages (including Microsoft Office) is essential.
We also require you to manage competing deadlines while relating to students sympathetically and recognising potential child safeguarding issues. While not essential, experience working in a school environment and an understanding of academy child safeguarding procedures would be a distinct advantage. This role requires a satisfactory DBS check and a willingness to engage in further training.
Applicants must be able to use standard ICT packages, including Microsoft Office, and work well under pressure.
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