School Business Support Officer

Salary/Rate:Grade 7 £16.62 – £18.85 per hour (dependant on experience)
Job type:Permanent
Town/City:Burnley
County:Lancashire
Sector:Education
Job ref:School Business Support Officer
Post Date:July 24, 2026
Short description:
Rotherwood Education are currently recruiting for a dedicated and organised School Business Support Officer to join a welcoming and supportive school in the Burnley area. The role is permanent and full-time, Monday to Friday, working 8:30am – 3:30pm, and is due to start in November 2026. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced school administrator or business support professional to play a key role in the day-to-day financial and administrative management of a busy school. Please see the full job description below.
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About the Role

  • Manage the school's day-to-day financial and administrative functions.
  • Process financial transactions, monitor budgets and prepare reports for the Headteacher.
  • Develop and maintain effective administrative systems and procedures.
  • Support HR administration, including recruitment, personnel records and staff documentation.
  • Assist with procurement, service contracts, licences and insurance.
  • Reconcile school bank accounts, including School Fund accounts.
  • Produce reports and analyse data for the Senior Leadership Team, governors and external agencies.
  • Support income generation activities, school lettings and marketing where required.
  • Supervise administrative staff where appropriate and coordinate staff cover arrangements.
  • Support the implementation of health and safety procedures and ensure compliance with school policies.

The Ideal Candidate Will

  • Have previous experience in a school office, finance or administrative role.
  • Have experience managing financial processes, budgets and administrative systems.
  • Hold, or be working towards, the Certificate of School Business Management (CSBM) or an equivalent qualification (desirable).
  • Have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills.
  • Be confident working independently and managing a varied workload.
  • Have experience using school management systems such as SIMS or Arbor (desirable).
  • Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
  • Provide details of the latest two references, covering the last five years' work history.
  • Possess a current DBS check or be prepared to apply for one as part of your registration.
  • Be willing to complete a face-to-face registration and satisfy several compliance checks.

Why Work with Rotherwood Education?

  • Competitive daily pay.
  • Friendly and experienced education recruitment specialists.
  • Ongoing support throughout your placement.
  • Opportunities to secure future long-term or permanent positions.
  • Streamlined and efficient registration process.

If you're an organised and experienced School Business Support Officer looking for a rewarding opportunity within a supportive Burnley school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Megan at Rotherwood Education for more information.

This post is being advertised on behalf of Rotherwood Education, who are acting as an employment agency. All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS and references, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

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