School Support Manager

 Lead, Innovate, Support – Become Our School Support Manager at The King’s School, part of Pontefract Academies Trust  

Are you an organised, forward‑thinking leader who thrives in a busy school environment? We’re looking for a motivated and dedicated School Support Manager to play a vital role in ensuring our school runs smoothly, efficiently and with an unwavering focus on supporting student success.  This position has become available as a valued team member retires after many years of dedicated service - a reflection of the supportive and long‑standing culture we’re proud of. 

As School Support Manager, you will act as the first point of contact for school leaders, coordinating a wide range of activities that directly support teaching and learning. You will oversee the reception, administration and reprographics services to ensure they provide high‑quality, efficient and professional support, while leading and delivering the administrative and organisational processes that underpin the smooth day‑to‑day running of the school. You will also ensure that all school data and records are accurate, regularly reviewed and securely maintained in line with Trust policies and statutory requirements. 

Key responsibilities 

In this pivotal position, you will: 

• Lead and manage the administration, reception and reprographics teams to ensure effective support across the school. 

• Oversee key school systems including data management, information governance, and the accurate maintenance of the Single Central Record. 

• Coordinate a range of HR processes, including sickness absence monitoring, recruitment administration, induction arrangements and maintenance of personnel files. 

• Manage financial administration, including ordering, cash handling, payment systems and support for debt recovery, in line with Trust financial procedures. 

• Oversee the school cover system, producing reports and developing processes to support efficient staff deployment. 

• Lead the administration of student services, ensuring policies relating to student support are implemented effectively. 

Please refer to the attached candidate pack for full details, including the complete job description and person specification, which outline the key responsibilities and accountabilities of the School Support Manager role. 

This is a permanent, full-time role (37 hours per week) to be worked all year round. 

Working Hours:  

Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:00pm  

Friday 8:00am–3:30pm. 

We’re looking for someone who: 

• Can lead, motivate and coordinate teams with confidence and professionalism. 

• Works with precision and attention to detail, especially when handling data and sensitive information. 

• Communicates clearly, professionally and sensitively with students, staff, external agencies, senior leaders and visitors. 

• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment and can prioritise effectively to meet tight deadlines. 

• Brings initiative, creativity and problem‑solving skills to continuously improve systems and processes. 

• Demonstrates integrity, confidentiality and a strong commitment to safeguarding and high-quality standards of service. 

If you’re ready to make a significant impact in a varied and rewarding role - supporting the smooth running of our vibrant school community - then we’d love to hear from you! 

Coffee chats, school visits and further information 

We are hosting virtual coffee chats for prospective candidates to meet Mrs Marie Senior, our Headteacher, and ask any questions you may have about the role or our school.  To book a timeslot, please click here. 

Potential candidates are encouraged and very welcome to visit our school. This is a great opportunity to explore our facilities, meet our dedicated staff, and get a feel for the vibrant community we have built here. We look forward to welcoming you and answering any questions you may have.   Please contact us at recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk or call 01977 601701 to arrange this. 

If you are unable to attend a virtual coffee chat or a school visit, but would still like to discuss the role, please contact us at recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk and we will be happy to help.    

About The Kings School   

The King’s School is proud of its exceptional academic achievements and rich heritage, where tradition meets the future with confidence and excitement. 

• Recognised as the one of the highest-performing schools in the Wakefield District, ranked in the top 15% nationally for progress 

• Renowned for incredibly high standards and excellence across all areas 

• Every student is encouraged and championed to reach their full potential and live out our values and ethos 

• A school environment where careers flourish and every child is embraced as exceptional, individual, and talented beyond measure 

This is an exciting time to join The King’s School as we continue to build on our reputation for excellence. 

At the heart of The King’s School is a commitment to nurturing ambition and improving life chances for every student. We believe in creating an environment where students thrive academically and personally, supported by strong values and a culture of care. 

As one of the oldest schools in Yorkshire, we are proud of our heritage and tradition, which continues to shape our future focused approach to education. 

Want to learn more?  

For more insight, please watch our short promotional film, which asks the question, ‘Where will King’s take you?’ 

What Our Staff Say About Working Here 

In the 2025 Edurio Staff Survey, Pontefract Academies Trust achieved fantastic results: 

85% of staff said they would recommend the Trust as a great place to work, significantly higher than the national benchmark of 73%. 

The King’s School’s own survey results were equally encouraging, reflecting the supportive and positive culture within our team. 

Here’s what our staff had to say… 

“I genuinely love working at King’s!” 

“My line manager always takes my personal needs into account. He is consistently supportive, approachable, and shows genuine care and understanding when it comes to my wellbeing.” 

What can we offer you? 

Be part of a team that values your growth, wellbeing and work-life balance. We offer a supportive environment with benefits designed to help you thrive: 

• Exciting career and leadership pathways supported by outstanding CPD opportunities, 

• Everyday Development (EDD) Framework: A simple, personal and flexible goal-based approach to continuous learning, career growth and wellbeing. 

• For the 2025/26 academic year, we will be providing staff with three Everyday Development (EDD) days.  These development days will offer you self-directed time away from the workplace to recharge and reflect on your personal and career goals.   

• Generous employer pension- West Yorkshire Pension Fund - LGPS, 

• Generous annual leave entitlement (starting from 31 days annual leave, increasing to 34 days after 10 years' service – plus 8 statutory bank holidays), 

• Fantastic family friendly policies with a focus on employee work/life balance, 

• Cycle to work scheme Blue Light Card 

• Discounted gym membership   

• Free eyecare via Specsavers  

• Childcare vouchers  

• Employee wellbeing programme (including physiotherapy, personal or professional concerns on legal, health, finance, wellbeing, and other matters), 

• Discounts at numerous retailers including O2  

• Free flu vaccinations. 

You can find further information about staff benefits, development opportunities and why you should work with us in the attached ‘Working for us’ booklet and by visiting our website. 

About Pontefract Academies Trust   

Pontefract Academies Trust is a cross-phase Multi-Academy Trust comprising of nine schools: seven primary and two secondary schools. Our mission is to run high-quality, high-achieving schools that give our children and young people the chance in life they deserve. 

We are excited to share that we will be merging with Ark Schools on 1st September 2026. This partnership brings together two high-performing trusts to strengthen the support we provide to our children, staff, and communities. It will allow us to retain our Pontefract and South Kirkby family of schools while also benefiting from being part of a larger network of professionals. Most importantly, it opens significant opportunities for staff offering first class CPD, collaboration and knowledge-sharing across both trusts. 

Ark is recognised as one of the highest achieving education trusts in the country and runs thirty-nine schools across Birmingham, Hastings, London and Portsmouth.  Their mission is to ensure that all children have access to a great education and real choices in life, regardless of their background.  Ark choose to work where they can make their biggest difference.  Please click here to find out more about the Pontefract Academies Trust and Ark Schools merger. 

This next chapter builds on the exceptional progress that our schools have already made. At Key Stage 2, our primary outcomes are 24% above the national average, with five of our seven primaries ranked in the top 5% nationally for combined outcomes. Our secondary schools also continue to deliver strong results above the national average. 

We also take pride in our workplace culture and the strength of our team who make this possible. In the 2025 Edurio Staff Survey, we received outstanding feedback, placing us in the top 10 trusts nationally for staff feedback. This was further recognised through three awards: 

• National: Trust Value Award – Excellence   

• Regional: Staff Choice Award (Larks Hill Junior & Infant School)   

• Regional: Trust Benefit School Award (De Lacy Primary School)   

These awards reflect the culture we’ve built – one where staff feel valued, listened to, and part of something meaningful.  We’re excited for what’s ahead and we hope that you’ll consider joining us as we continue to grow.    

Ready to take the next step? Apply today and join a workplace that invests in you, your career, your wellbeing and your future. 

Key Dates 

• Application Deadline: 10:00am, Monday 23rd February 2026 

• Interview Date: Provisional date of Monday 2nd March 2026 

• Start Date: ASAP 

Application Process 

• Complete application form via our website 

Important Links 

Pontefract Academies Trust Website  

Trust Strategic Plan for 2025 to 2028 

King's High School Website 

Further Information 

• Contact: 01977 601701   

• recruitment@kings.patrust.org.uk 

We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from everyone.  The Pontefract Academies Trust is wholly committed to the safeguarding of all children and young people whilst promoting their welfare.  

Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory DBS Enhanced Disclosure and pre-employment checks (including online checks). Shortlisted applicants will also be asked to provide a self-declaration form.