School Business Support Officer


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£14 - £18
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Wigan, WN3 4EX
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	12 Aug 2026

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Summary

Your new company

Hays Education are working in partnership with a welcoming secondary school in Wigan to recruit an experienced

School Business Support Officer to provide vital administrative and reception support during a period of staff absence.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional and organised individual with previous school office experience to join a busy school environment and play a key role in the day-to-day running of the office. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors, parents and external agencies, ensuring the school maintains a professional, efficient and welcoming front-of-house service.

Your new role

Supporting the smooth operation of the school office and wider administrative function

Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, parents, staff and pupils

Greeting visitors and ensuring safeguarding and visitor sign-in procedures are followed

Managing incoming telephone calls, emails and general enquiries

Receiving and processing deliveries, post and courier collections

Updating and maintaining pupil records and attendance data

Assisting with admissions, communications and general school administration

Providing administrative support to senior leaders and teaching staff

Producing letters, reports and other documentation as required

What you'll need to succeed

Previous experience working within a school office environment

Strong working knowledge of SIMS is essential

Experience managing reception duties and dealing with visitors professionally

Excellent communication and organisational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Ability to prioritise a varied workload in a busy environment

Understanding of school safeguarding procedures

Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

What you'll get in return

Competitive weekly pay through Hays Education

Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant

Opportunity to work within a supportive and welcoming school

Access to free Hays CPD training courses

Potential for the role to extend beyond the Autumn Term, subject to school requirements

What you need to do now

If you have recent school office experience and are confident using

SIMS, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Hays Education to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

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