About this role
Start Date: 1st January 2027
Salary: UL Support Staff Band 2
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, Full Year (52 weeks)
We are seeking an organised, proactive and solutions-focused Business Support Officer to join our ambitious team. This is a varied and rewarding role that sits at the centre of school operations, supporting senior leaders to ensure the academy runs smoothly, efficiently and compliantly every day.
The successful candidate will play a key role across business operations, front office management, facilities administration, health and safety compliance, data protection and lettings. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, improving systems and making a tangible impact on the day-to-day life of a school.
We are looking for someone who
- Is highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and customer-focused approach.
- Has strong administrative and IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and Excel.
- Can work independently, use initiative and resolve problems proactively.
- Has excellent attention to detail and maintains high standards of accuracy.
- Is able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Builds positive working relationships with staff, students, families and external partners.
- Understands the importance of effective operational support in helping students succeed.
The role includes
- Leading the day-to-day operation of the school's reception and support office.
- Supporting facilities, health and safety administration, compliance monitoring and reporting.
- Acting as a key link between senior leaders and operational teams across the academy.
- Coordinating and developing the school's lettings provision, helping to maximise community use and income generation.
- Leading on data protection administration, including subject access requests, freedom of information requests and data breach reporting.
- Producing reports, managing records and maintaining effective administrative systems.
- Supporting HR, finance, estates and wider school operations as required.
Why join us?
As part of United Learning, you will benefit from excellent professional development opportunities, career progression and collaboration with colleagues across one of the country's leading education groups.
At Marylebone Academy, we are committed to helping both our students and staff thrive.
We offer
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- Extensive CPD and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across the United Learning network.
- A supportive and ambitious working environment.
- A culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and professional growth.
- The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives every day.
About Marylebone Academy
Marylebone Academy is a school with a bright future and significant potential. Under the leadership of a dedicated and ambitious senior team, the academy continues to strengthen its provision and build a culture of high expectations and success.
Located within walking distance of Paddington Station, we serve a diverse and vibrant community in the heart of Westminster. Our aim is simple: to provide an exceptional education and ensure every student is equipped to succeed.
This is an exciting time to join Marylebone Academy as we continue our journey towards becoming Westminster's school of choice.
Interested?
We welcome informal conversations about the role. Please contact the HR team to find out more.
Please note that we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.
Please note that if you have not received a response within 10 days of the advert closing date, we regret that your application has not been successful.
Marylebone Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment clearances.