Business Support Assistant

Employer Nottingham Girls’ High School - GDSTLocation

Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Contract Type Permanent Hours Full  Time, Part Time, Term Time, Job Share Salary Grade  2 (£27,132)
Posted
17th September 2026

Start Date As Soon As Possible Expires
15th October 2026 11:59 PM Contract Type Permanent Start  Date As Soon As Possible Job ID1574731

Start Date As Soon As Possible Contract Type :

Permanent Job  are looking for a proactive and organised Business Support Administrator to join our busy school office. This is a varied role supporting pupils, staff, visitors and the wider school community, ensuring high-quality administration and a welcoming front-of-house service.

You'll handle day-to-day office tasks including diary management, data entry, filing, processing orders, reprographics, managing emails and maintaining supplies. You'll greet visitors, manage calls, oversee sign-in procedures, and ensure safeguarding and health and safety standards are followed. The role also supports school events, trips and meetings, as well as pupil induction, supervision and occasional classroom or off-site support.

You may assist with pupil welfare, including first aid if qualified, and help maintain medical records. You'll contribute to school communications such as newsletters and notices and provide clear guidance on school procedures. Confidentiality, professionalism and adherence to policies - including GDPR and safeguarding - are essential.

We're seeking someone with strong administrative experience, excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritise a busy workload. You'll be calm under pressure, empathetic when supporting pupils and families and confident working collaboratively as part of a friendly, forward-thinking team. A genuine commitment to girls' education and keeping children safe is central to the role.

While this position is advertised on a full-time, full-year basis, we are committed to flexible working and would be pleased to hear from candidates who wish to be considered for a job-share opportunity, subject to finding a suitable job-share partner.

As part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), the UK's leading network of independent girls schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:

Competitive salaries and pay progression

Access to extensive professional development opportunities

Training grants for qualificationsA discount of up to 50% on fees for children at DST schoolsA free 2- course meal during term time Generous pension schemes

Free life assurance benefit

Interest free loans for training, computer purchase loans and travel season ticket loansA Cycle to Work scheme

Competitive terms and conditions of employment

Free access to our recently opened fitness suite

To apply:

When completing your application form, please complete the person statement section and inform us how your skills and experience align with the attached

Job Description and Person Specification requirements.

Location Business Support Assistant (School)300925

Safeguarding Statement:

Our commitment

The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change. We want every colleague to feel valued, respected and supported, and we actively welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities.

We are equally committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must therefore be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches, checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.