Business Support Officer

Business Support Officer – Receptionist & Admissions | Birmingham

UK JOB OPPORTUNITY – BUSINESS SUPPORT / SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham is recruiting a Business Support Officer – Receptionist & Admissions to join its school business support team.

This is a permanent, full-time position based in Birmingham, West Midlands, offering a salary of £26,824 to £28,142 per annum (full-time equivalent), with a pro-rata salary of £24,847.04 to £26,067.90 per annum.

Important: This employer has explicitly stated that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

JOB SUMMARY

Job Title: Business Support Officer – Receptionist & Admissions
Employer: Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham
Location: 150 Wellhead Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands, B42 2SY
Job Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full time
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary: £26,824 – £28,142 per annum FTE
Pro-rata Salary: £24,847.04 – £26,067.90 per annum
Job Start Date: 28 September 2026
Closing Date: 27 August 2026 at 11:59pm
Visa Sponsorship: ❌ Not available
DBS: Enhanced DBS check required

ABOUT THE ROLE

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham is looking for a talented and committed Business Support Officer – Receptionist & Admissions to provide an exceptional business support service to pupils, teachers and wider stakeholders.

The successful candidate will become an important member of the school’s business support team and will contribute to maintaining an outstanding learning environment for pupils.

KEY QUALITIES THEY ARE LOOKING FOR

• Provide an excellent business support service.
• Deliver outstanding customer service.
• Build positive working relationships.
• Work efficiently and accurately.
• Prioritise competing tasks.
• Work effectively under pressure.
• Meet deadlines.
• Use initiative.
• Handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate with a caring and professional manner.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Education

• 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths, at grade 9–4 / A–C*.

Experience

• Experience working in an administrative environment.

IT Skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Explorer
• Databases

Professional Skills

• Strong organisation and prioritisation.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to handle confidential matters sensitively.

ABOUT EDEN BOYS’ SCHOOL, BIRMINGHAM

Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham is a Muslim faith-based secondary school for boys aged 11–18, welcoming pupils from all faiths and none.

The school opened in Perry Barr in 2015 and has Leadership as a specialism.

The school reported the 4th-best Progress 8 score nationally for its 2024 GCSE results.

Eden Boys’ School was graded Outstanding in all areas by Ofsted during its first inspection in May 2018.

At its December 2024 inspection, the school was commended for maintaining high standards in academic excellence, teaching, character development and behaviour.

SCHOOL DETAILS

School: Eden Boys’ School, Birmingham
Type: Free School
Phase: Secondary
Age Range: 11–18
Pupils: Approximately 606 enrolled
Address: 150 Wellhead Lane, Birmingham, West Midlands, B42 2SY

VISA SPONSORSHIP – IMPORTANT

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE

The vacancy clearly states that visas cannot be sponsored.

Applicants who require employer sponsorship should therefore not rely on this vacancy for sponsorship.

Candidates must also be eligible to work in the UK.

DBS & SAFEGUARDING REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Recruitment checks may include:

• DBS checks
• Right-to-work checks
• References
• Medical checks
• Online and social media checks
• Childcare disqualification checks
• Suitability checks
• Other safeguarding checks where applicable

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

This vacancy may suit candidates with experience in:

• School administration
• Reception
• Admissions
• Business support
• Office administration
• Customer service
• Data administration
• Education administration
• General administrative support

KEY INFORMATION

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the employer’s application process.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

27 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Candidates should complete their application before the deadline.

IMPORTANT FOR INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

This vacancy does not offer visa sponsorship.

If you require employer sponsorship to obtain or maintain UK immigration permission, this position is not advertised as a sponsorship opportunity.

WHY CONSIDER THIS ROLE?

For candidates who already have the right to work in the UK, this position offers:

• Permanent employment
• Full-time hours
• 37 hours per week
• Salary up to £28,142 FTE
• School-based administration experience
• Opportunity to work within a high-performing secondary school
• Professional business support experience

JOB CATEGORY

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FINAL REMINDER

Closing date: 27 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Visa sponsorship: NOT available

CVs: NOT accepted

Enhanced DBS: Required

If you already have the right to work in the UK and meet the requirements, review the full advert and submit your application through the official employer application portal.