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School Administrator & PA to Senior Leadership

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ 28,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Blackpool, Lancashire

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

Location: Blackpool, Lancashire (FY area)

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 (Full-Time, Permanent)

Sector: Alternative Provision (AP) / SEND

Start Date: April 13, 2026 (Post-Easter Term)

The Role

Are you a master of multitasking who thrives in a fast-paced, high-impact environment? We are looking for an exceptional School Administrator & PA to join our Alternative Provision in Blackpool.

In an AP setting, no two days are the same. You won't just be managing diaries and answering phones; you will be the heartbeat of the school office, supporting our Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and ensuring our students many of whom have complex SEMH needs enter a calm, organised, and welcoming environment every single morning.

Key Responsibilities

PA Support: Provide high-level administrative support to the Headteacher, including diary management, minute-taking for sensitive meetings (EHCP reviews/Safeguarding), and correspondence.

School Operations: Manage the school's MIS (SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom), ensuring attendance and student data are 100% accurate.

First Impressions: Act as the primary point of contact for parents, social workers, and local authorities, often de-escalating tense situations with a calm, professional manner.

Compliance: Assist with HR filing, Single Central Record (SCR) maintenance, and school census returns.

Who You Are

School Savvy: Ideally, you have 2+ years of experience in a school office. You understand the rhythm of the academic year and the importance of safeguarding.

The "Unflappable" Pro: You can pivot from a complex spreadsheet to helping a distressed student in the foyer without losing your cool.

Tech-Literate: You are highly proficient in Microsoft Office 365 and have experience using school-specific software (SIMS/Arbor).

Discreet: You handle highly confidential information with the utmost integrity.

Why Join Our AP?

High Impact: You aren't just an admin; you are part of a team changing the life trajectories of Blackpool's most vulnerable young people.

Competitive Salary: Up to £32,000 for the right experience.

Professional Development: Access to specialist training in trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.

Term-Time Flexibility: While this is a full-time role, we value work-life balance and offer a supportive, team-first culture.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience with school MIS systems to (url removed) or click apply. 

Closing Date: March 27, 2026

Interviews: April 1-2, 2026

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