At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage school administration tasks, finance processes, and HR admin efficiently.
- Company: Join Highburton CE First Academy, part of a successful academy trust focused on nurturing education.
- Benefits: Enjoy membership to pension schemes, health support, and a paid Wellbeing Day.
- Other info: Flexible role supporting site operations and safeguarding compliance.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must be organised, proactive, and able to communicate clearly with various stakeholders.
The predicted salary is between 22000 - 26000 £ per year.
The Opportunity
At Highburton CE First Academy, we’re seeking a friendly, reliable individual to join our nurturing family. You’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, welcoming environment where pupils thrive and teachers excel. If you’re committed to excellence, teamwork, and making a real difference in young lives, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities
- Can manage key school administration tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Is organised, proactive, and able to prioritise a varied workload.
- Communicates clearly with staff, parents, contractors, and the Trust team.
- Can handle finance processes such as invoices, payments, and basic reconciliations.
- Is confident managing HR admin, staff records, and required census returns.
- Pays attention to detail in safeguarding, data protection, and health & safety compliance.
- Can support site operations, lettings, and contractor liaison when needed.
- Is flexible, reliable, and committed to supporting the smooth running of the school.
Benefits
- This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a successful and forward-looking academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants.
- Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Physical and mental health support from a team of experienced nurses, counsellors, therapists, physiotherapists, consultants, plus NHS GPs and private medical services.
- GP consultations with experienced NHS doctors are available for our employees and members of their household, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
- Free annual flu jab.
- Trained Mental Health First Aider in all settings.
- A paid annual Wellbeing Day – a time to use the day for an activity which promotes your own individual health and wellbeing.
- Wherever possible, PPA at home for teachers.
Safeguarding Statement
Enhance Academy Trust is committed to ensuring the actions we take keep children safe and protect them from harm in all aspects of their school life. The Trust promotes the welfare of all pupils and strives to provide a safe environment underpinned by a culture of openness where both children and adults feel secure, able to talk, and believe they are being listened to.
Business Services Officer - Highburton CE First Academy in Huddersfield employer: Kirklees Council
Highburton CE First Academy offers a nurturing environment with a focus on pupil welfare. Located in Highburton, the academy provides extensive health support and career development opportunities. Join a dedicated team committed to excellence in education.
