Overview
Do you have the drive, passion and commitment to deliver outstanding support to help young people in a disadvantaged community? If so, joining the Star support team might be the best career move you ever make. This is your opportunity to join a dedicated team of support staff committed to providing the best possible education for our pupils.
About Laisterdyke Leadership Academy Laisterdyke Leadership Academy is a secondary school in Bradford. We joined Star Academies in 2016 and, like all Star schools, we have a leadership specialism. The school was rated \'good\' in all four areas of the inspection framework during its inspection in January 2023. We are an ambitious school with high expectations for all of our pupils. We provide a knowledge-based academic curriculum alongside a rich and diverse leadership programme that grows character and inspires charitable and social action. Our pursuit of educational excellence is based upon our fundamental belief that every pupil has the capacity to become a successful and inspirational leader.
Who we\'re looking for
We are looking for a talented individual to provide an exceptional business support service to our pupils, teachers and wider stakeholders. As a key member of our school\'s business support team, your expertise will help to deliver an outstanding learning environment for our young people. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with excellent organisational and specialist technical skills, and will have extensive experience of delivering outstanding customer service and the ability to develop relationships across our school and the Star community.
* Effective oral/written communication skills
* Numeracy skills
* Accuracy and attention to detail
* A flexible approach to work
* The ability to relate to academic staff and students
Note: The hours of attendance need to be flexible.
About Star Academies
Star Academies is a high-performing multi-academy trust that runs more than 30 primary and secondary schools. We are a values-based organisation that works to improve the life chances of young people in areas of social and economic deprivation to help them succeed at the highest levels of education, employment and the professions. Our STAR values embody what we believe is needed to succeed.
Professional development is key to our ongoing success, so we continually invest in our employees through our professional development hub, Star Talent Academy. We offer training, mentoring and progression opportunities across a large, growing group of academies, and joining our team could propel your career to the next level. We also offer a range of rewards and benefits, including competitive salaries and pension schemes, generous holiday entitlements and healthcare cash plans.
Find out more by downloading the full job description and person specification below. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role please call 01274 454 400. Previous applicants need not apply.
Key Dates
* Closing Date: Sunday, 14 September 2025 at midnight
* Interview Date: Week Commencing 15 September 2025
* Proposed Start Date: Wednesday, 1 October 2025
Application Process
To apply for this vacancy please use the "Apply for job" link below. Ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the vast majority of the essential criteria and fully complete all fields in the application form, as those with missing data may not be shortlisted.
Our Commitment
Star Academies is committed to safeguarding, safer recruitment and promoting the welfare of pupils. Our recruitment and selection processes aim to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Successful candidates are subject to rigorous pre-employment checks. We are committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity, striving for a workforce representative of society where every employee feels respected and able to give their best. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination.
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