School Operations & Communications Lead
| Posting date: | 04 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bolton, BL1 2QG |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75771496 |
Summary
Job Advert: School Operations & Communications Lead
Salary: Grade F scp 17 - 23 - Actual Salary £26,564 - £29,485 per annum
Hours: 37 per week term time plus 5 days
Contract type: Permanent
About the Role
Gaskell Primary School is seeking a highly organised and proactive School Operations & Communications Lead to join our team.
The primary purpose of this pivotal role is to organise and supervise administrative systems within the school. You will also contribute to the planning, development, and monitoring of support services and the management of support staff, including the coordination and delegation of relevant activities.
You will provide clerical, administrative, and financial support to the school.
Key Responsibilities (Summary)
Take a lead role in the planning, development, design, organisation, and monitoring of support systems, procedures, and policies.
Indirect Line Management responsibilities, including managing, training, and developing support staff.
Lead the administration of Arbor and School Money.
Be responsible for the management of resources, including budget management and regular audit.
Take a lead role in marketing and promoting the school via social media, the website, digital signage, and the school newsletter.
Manage facilities, including premises, lettings and associated income, and projects.
Manage financial administration procedures and take a lead role in planning, monitoring, and evaluating the budget.
Essential Requirements
We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following minimum essential requirements:
Skills and Knowledge:
Effective use of specialist ICT packages.
Full working knowledge of relevant policies, codes of practice, and legislation.
Advanced ICT skills and has a passion for technology.
Ability to organise, lead, and motivate self and other staff.
Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
Basic awareness of first aid.
Ability to relate well to children and adults.
Work-Related Circumstances:
High expectations of all pupils; respect for their social, cultural, linguistic, religious and ethnic background and a commitment to raising their educational achievements.
Core Competencies
All roles require essential core competencies, including:
Customer Care: The ability to fully understand, assess and resolve the needs of all customers.
Health and Safety: Take responsibility for the health and safety of yourself and others.
Safeguarding: Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Apply Now
Please ensure you demonstrate how you meet the essential requirements in your application form.
This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure and a barred list check from the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Key Dates
Closing Date for Applications: Thursday 11th December 2025
Interviews and Tasks: Monday 15th December 2025
To arrange a visit, please contact Sarah Barlow on 01204 333666.
Completed application forms should be sent to: Gaskell Office
Don't miss this opportunity to make a real difference in a successful and happy school.
↗ Bolton Council Schools (Officers) 2022 - Application Form
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