Job Description

Location:

Pocklington

Contract:

Permanent - Term Time + 10 days

Hours:

37 hours per week

Salary:

SCP 17 (31,022, pro rata)

Are you highly organised, confident with people, and passionate about supporting a thriving school environment? Melbourne Primary School is looking for a committed and proactive

People and Estates Lead

to join our team. This is an exciting, hands-on role at the heart of the school, combining HR coordination, operational support, compliance, and site oversight.

As part of the Wonder Learning Partnership, you will work closely with both the Headteacher and Trust teams to ensure the school runs safely, smoothly, and efficiently every day.

What you'll be doing People & Recruitment

Leading on staff and governor recruitment, from advertising posts to welcoming successful candidates. Managing pre-employment checks and ensuring safer recruitment standards are met. Keeping staff records, payroll updates, and HR systems accurate and up to date. Coordinating induction and making sure all staff and governors complete required training. Arranging cover for staff absences and supporting HR-related meetings when needed.

Finance & Administration

Processing purchase orders and receipting goods through the Trust's finance system. Managing school income, banking, and basic financial monitoring. Supporting budget reviews and assisting with internal/external audit requests.

School Operations & Estates

Ensuring the school meets health & safety, premises, and compliance requirements. Coordinating fire drills, lockdown procedures, and risk assessments. Reporting and following up maintenance issues, working with the Trust's Operations & Compliance team. Overseeing first aid arrangements and maintaining essential compliance systems (e.g., EVERY). Managing site-based support staff, including admin, catering, cleaning, lunchtime supervisors, and caretaking.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,022.00 per year

Experience:

Working in a School, College or University setting: 1 year (preferred) Site management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Enhanced DBS Certificate (preferred)
Work Location: In person