BUSINESS SUPPORT OFFICER

Location Unity College, Towneley Holmes, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 3DF (1409 on roll)
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School website: Summary We are looking for a dedicated and organised Business Support Officer to join our Administrative Team. The post holderwill support the smooth operation of general clerical duties across the College. We appoint on potential as well as experience, and we are committed to nurturing staff development, in a friendly and supportive environment.
As a Business Support Officer at Unity College, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of administrative duties across the College. You will support various functions and departments, contributing to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the College's operations.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro –rata basis.

Desirable Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification or above in related field or equivalent working experience
• Good general education to GCSE or equivalent including Maths and English

Essential Experience

• Experience of working in similar role
• Experience of administrative work

Desirable Experience

• Experience of working with children of relevant age

Equal Opportunities statement An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community Rehabilitation Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.

The County Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all people in terms of recruitment, selection and employment, and is a Disability Confident employer, which means that all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria in the person specification will be interviewed. However, commitment to this standard is on an individual school basis and, therefore, if you are applying for a position within a school, you need to check with the school whether they have made the decision to comply with this standard.

Please note that we can only consider applications from candidates who are legally entitled to work in the UK.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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