Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (FY area)
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (Full-Time, Permanent)
Sector: Alternative Provision (AP) / SEND
Start Date: April 13, 2026 (Post-Easter Term)
The Role
Are you a master of multitasking who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment? We are looking for an exceptional School Administrator & PA to join our Alternative Provision in Blackpool.
In an AP setting, no two days are the same. You won't just be managing diaries and answering phones; you will be the heartbeat of the school office, supporting our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and ensuring our students many of whom have complex SEMH needs enter a calm, organised, and welcoming environment every single morning.
Key Responsibilities
PA Support: Provide high-level administrative support to the Headteacher, including diary management, minute-taking for sensitive meetings (EHCP reviews/Safeguarding), and correspondence.
School Operations: Manage the school's MIS (SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom), ensuring attendance and student data are 100% accurate.
First Impressions: Act as the primary point of contact for parents, social workers, and local authorities, often de-escalating tense situations with a calm, professional manner.
Compliance: Assist with HR filing, Single Central Record (SCR) maintenance, and school census returns.
Who You Are
School Savvy: Ideally, you have 2+ years of experience in a school office. You understand the rhythm of the academic year and the importance of safeguarding.
The "Unflappable" Pro: You can pivot from a complex spreadsheet to helping a distressed student in the foyer without losing your cool.
Tech-Literate: You are highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and have experience using school-specific software (SIMS/Arbor).
Discreet: You handle highly confidential information with the utmost integrity.
Why Join Our AP?
High Impact: You aren't just an admin; you are part of a team changing the life trajectories of Blackpool's most vulnerable young people.
Competitive Salary: Up to £32,000 for the right experience.
Professional Development: Access to specialist training in trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.
Term-Time Flexibility: While this is a full-time role, we value work-life balance and offer a supportive, team-first culture.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with school MIS systems to (url removed) or click apply.
Closing Date: March 27, 2026
Interviews: April 1-2, 2026