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School Administrator (Reception)

Firwood High School · Bolton · Bolton

Job description

Please note that this position will initially be based at our temporary site in the BL2 area and then would at the Crompton Way site when the Sixth Form building is complete.

Due to a recent expansion creating our own Reception area our Trustees are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable Administrator to be the first point of contact for visitors, staff and students. You will be required to provide a positive and welcoming reception and have a professional, courteous and respectful style.

You will:

Be an able to work independently and as part of an effective team

Literate and numerate

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Be prepared to contribute to all aspects of school life

To work within and uphold the ethos of our school

We will offer you:

A challenging yet rewarding working environment working with inspirational young people

Professional development to support you in your career

Hardworking, dedicated, professional and enthusiastic staff

The benefits of working in an innovative and forward thinking school and Trust

Supportive leadership and real opportunities to develop

A genuinely happy and caring place to work

High standard facilities

Firwood is an exciting place to be and if you are a team player with a commitment to the highest quality provision for pupils with SEN then we would like to hear from you.

As a Trust we are committed to recognising and transferring your continuous service record if you are currently employed from within Bolton LA.

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About this school

Firwood High School

Academy special converter · Ages 11–19

Not rated
Pupils
230
Avg teacher salary
£46,196
Pupil:teacher ratio
8.2:1
Academy trust
WOODBRIDGE TRUST

Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25

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Ofsted rating key

OutstandingGoodRequires ImprovementInadequateNot rated

Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.

Location

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Bolton, Bolton, BL2 4HU

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Salary
£22,989.00 - £24,893.00 Annually (Actual) Term Time plus 5 days - 37 hours per week
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full time
Posted
22 October 2026
Closing date
15 November 2026

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