Pendle Community High School And College, Oxford Road, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 8LF (165 on roll)
Tel: 01282 682260
School website: www.pchs.lancs.sch.uk
Pendle Community High School & College (PCHS&C)
Nelson, Lancashire | 37 hours/week, (Mon-Thu 8:30-4:30, Fri 8:30-4:00)/Term time only | Grade 3
Are you organised, friendly and passionate about supporting young people with special educational needs?
Pendle Community High School & College is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding special school for students aged 1119 with a range of learning difficulties and additional needs. We are seeking a dynamic School Business Support Officer 1 to join our vibrant and inclusive school community.
What Youll Do:
Undertake Reception duties, providing a warm welcome to visitors, answering telephone and responding to routine queries.
Provide general clerical and administrative support.
Update and maintain school diaries and produce weekly bulletin.
Maintaining the daily lunch ordering system.
What Were Looking For:
Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
Effective communication skills both oral and written.
Experience of Microsoft Office ICT packages.
Ability to prioritise workload and meet agreed deadlines.
A commitment to safeguarding, equality, and continuous improvement
What We Offer:
Local Government Pension Scheme
Free on-site gym and parking
Access to the National College and CPD opportunities
A supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking team
Our Values At the HEART of Everything We Do:
Honesty | Embrace Diversity | Ambition | Respect | Togetherness
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.
The closing date is 09/10/2026 at 12 noon
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Debra Grogan (Headteacher)
19/10/2026
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
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 www.gov.uk/dbs 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.
