School Business Support Officer

Thank you for considering St Wulstan’s & St Edmund’s Catholic Academy. We are looking to appoint a committed and proficient School Business Support Officer to join our team. This is a part time position for 27 hours per week, on a term time only basis, and is fixed term to cover maternity leave. Previous experience of working within an educational setting would be an advantage. The School Business Support Officer is a key member of the staff team who makes a huge contribution to the running of the school. They are responsible for supporting with the administrative, financial and organisational processes within the school. They will also act as the initial point of contact for parents, visitors and other stakeholders so will be an ambassador for the school and embody the value, vision and Catholic ethos of the school in all interactions. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic individual with strong administrative and customer service skills to play a key role in supporting the effective day-to-day operation of our school. Our collective goal is to endow a lifelong love of learning in all our students following the life and teaching of Jesus Christ. We strive to develop the intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of the child with the values of the Gospel underpinning all aspects of school life. More details of our school can be found at https://www.st-wulstans.lancs.sch.uk/. Potential candidates are welcome to visit the school by appointment before applying. Please contact the school office to make an appointment. Please refer to the application pack for the job description, person specification and further details. BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to: DBS Medical clearance Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number. Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children. A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out. For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out. For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed. Closing date for applications: Monday 13th July 2026 - midday Interview date: Monday 20th / Tuesday 21st July 2026 Post Details Grade: NJC pay Grade B - scale point range 3 to 4 Salary: £24,796.00 to £25,185.00 (pro rata, pay award pending), with a Living Wage Supplement to pay the current Foundation Living Wage of £13.45 per hour Contract: Fixed Term to cover maternity leave to 31/8/2027 or until the substantive postholder returns Hours: 27 per week, term time only Required: 1st September 2026