Are you an organised, proactive, and professional administrator looking to make a real difference in a school community? A Primary School in Bolton is looking for a Business Support Officer to join their dedicated team and help drive excellence in education within a caring and respectful Islamic environment on a temporary basis. As a Business Support Officer, you'll play a key role in the smooth running of the school's administrative and business functions. From managing pupil records and supporting school events to providing a warm and professional reception service, your work will help create a welcoming and efficient environment for students, staff, and visitors alike.
Location: Bolton
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Temporary (Approx. 4 weeks)
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
Provide high-quality administrative and clerical support across the school.
Provide minutes for staff and SLT meetings
Maintain accurate pupil records and support safeguarding processes.
Deliver a professional reception service, handling queries from parents, staff, and visitors.
Assist with organising school trips, events, and reprographics
Support the administration of health and safety and estate management tasks.
Key Skills/Experience:
Experience in an administrative role, ideally within a school setting
Experience in the use of school MIS - SIMS, Bromcom, Arbor
Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Why Hays?
Competitive rate, paid weekly
Access to a range of exclusive roles, not advertised elsewhere
Access to Hays' free CPD Library, with hundreds of school-relevant courses
Dedicated consultant to guide you through the process
Flexible work options to suit your lifestyle
Opportunities for long-term and permanent roles
Free CV consultation with a specialist Education Support Staff consultant
Thorough prep and constructive feedback for any interviews
£250 in retail vouchers for our Refer a Friend scheme
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