Location
Sir John Thursby Community College, Eastern Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire, BB10 2AT (1126 on roll)
Tel: 01282 682313
School website: www.sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk/
Summary
We are characterised by how we treat our people
We are incredibly proud of our ambitious, curriculum focused, research-driven school. Our vision is built around the principles of ambition, respect and belonging and we have a strong commitment to the development of our staff as outstanding professionals.
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Receptionist/Admin Assistant to support our administrative functions and contribute to the smooth running of our school. The role will include undertaking reception duties, liaising with students, staff and parents and administrative tasks.
You will have excellent communication and IT skills, with the ability to adapt to the demands of working in a busy and vibrant school office.
This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to our work and benefit from an excellent environment, where all staff are encouraged to progress their careers with us. We have great facilities ensuring that our students and staff have the best learning environment in which to achieve. SJT is a very positive community, with our recent staff survey showing the majority of our staff to be happy, content and proud to be a part of our school with over 83% recommending SJT as a great place to work.
The successful candidate will fully embrace our ethos of Ambition, Respect and Belonging whilst bringing fresh ideas that will build on current strengths and achievement. A core pillar of our belonging ethos is that all in our community are known, valued and loved. We want all staff to share this commitment.
For an application pack please:
- download from the college website: www.sirjohnthursby.lancs.sch.uk
- or email [email protected]
- or telephone 01282 682313
Send your completed Application form (only the version attached) stating which post you wish to apply for to: [email protected]
Closing date: 9am Wednesday 2nd September 2026
Shortlisting: Friday 4th September 2026
Interviews: Friday 11th September 2026
The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and other recruitment checks.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, 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.
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For an informal discussion please contact:
Matt Renshaw, Headteacher
Proposed Interview Date:
11/09/2026
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
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.
