Grade: Grade 3, SCP 5 - 6
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37 hours per week
Working Pattern: Term time plus two weeks
Actual Salary: £23,316 - £22,670
Interview Date: Week commencing 23 June 2025
As of September 2025, Brownhill Learning Community will defederate into two separate entities. A specialist SEMH Special School under new leadership of Narda Sestanovic and a Pupil Referral Service (PSR) under new leadership of Dave Shields. Both Schools have had new staffing structures, designed to create an environment that will enhance learner’s engagement, wellbeing, and learning. This is an exciting and ambitious new chapter for both schools.
The successful candidate will be working in the Special School from 01/09/2025.
The Special School will be located in Heywood, Rochdale and will cater for learner in KS2-KS4 with a commitment to delivering a nurturing, trauma informed, inclusive, and aspirational environment tailored to the individual needs of our learners.
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and friendly Administrator to join our dedicated team. This is a vital role at the heart of our school, supporting staff, students, and parents with a range of administrative tasks to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school office.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy, varied environment and takes pride in providing excellent administrative support.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide a warm and professional front-of-house service for all visitors, parents, and pupils
* Manage school communications, including phone calls, emails, and post
* Maintain and update student records and school databases
* Support with attendance monitoring and reporting
* Assist with organising school events, trips, and meetings
* Work closely with teaching and leadership staff to ensure efficient school operations
What We’re Looking For:
* Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and School MIS systems (desirable)
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to multitask and work under pressure with accuracy and attention to detail
* A positive, can-do attitude and a willingness to be flexible
* An understanding of safeguarding and the importance of confidentiality
What We Offer:
* A welcoming and supportive school community
* Opportunities for professional development and training
* A varied and fulfilling role in a busy, friendly environment
* Access to staff well-being initiatives
* Local government pension scheme (if applicable)
To apply for this position please download the application form and supporting documentation and send completed applications to recruitment@theblc.org.uk by 11:59pm on Sunday 22nd June 2025.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring and background check
The ability to converse at ease with customers and service users and provide advice in accurate spoken English is an essential requirement of this post.
Applicants are advised that by applying for this position they are declaring that they are not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions that prohibit them undertaking work in the UK, and that they are able to provide proof of their Right to Work in the UK if they are invited to attend an interview.
The school will carry out an online search as part of their due-diligence for all shortlisted candidates in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024.