location_on Blackburn Central High School
location_on Blackburn Central High School 21/10/2026
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Salary Grade C – SCP 3 to 5 (hourly rate £13.28 to £13.70)
Blackburn Central High SchoolHaslingden RoadBlackburnBB2 3HJ
Job Title: Community Lettings OfficerGrade/Salary: Grade C – SCP 3 to 5 (hourly rate £13.28 to £13.70)Contract Type: Casual roleContract Terms: Zero hours contract/CasualClosing Date: Wednesday 21st October 2026Required from: 2nd November 2026
Blackburn Central High School is looking to recruit reliable, enthusiastic and customer-focused Casual Lettings Assistants to support the operation of our facilities during evening and weekend community lettings.
This is a varied role where you will help provide a safe, secure and welcoming environment for customers, visitors and community groups using the school’s facilities. Working as part of the lettings team, you will open and secure school premises, monitor activities, assist with equipment set-up, carry out routine inspections and support the smooth running of lettings sessions.
We are seeking individuals who:
- Have excellent communication and customer service skills.
- Can work confidently on their own and as part of a team.
- Are organised, proactive and able to manage a range of responsibilities.
- Have basic IT skills and are willing to learn new systems.
- Are flexible and available to work evenings and weekends.
- Have experience in a sports, leisure or recreational environment (desirable).
- Hold a First Aid qualification or are willing to undertake training (desirable).
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, takes pride in maintaining high standards and wants to play a key role in supporting local community access to school facilities.
Why Join Blackburn Central High School
We are a popular, thriving school based in the heart of our community. We have been recognised by the Department for Education for our inclusive approach to education and Ofsted has congratulated our staff for being ‘determined and successful in improving teaching and students’ achievement’.
There are no secrets to an excellent education: it entails good teaching and learning, strong support and hard work. We pride ourselves on knowing and caring for all of our students, whilst having high expectations and ambitions for them all.
We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff
We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step. We are a values driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour.
We would be happy to arrange a visit to the school, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.
Please contact Blackburn Central High School on 01254 505 700 or by emailing info@bchs.co.uk to arrange a visit.
Our Employee Benefits
In return you will benefit from:
- Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
- ExcellentContinuous Professional Development (CPD)
- A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
- Networking opportunities across our trust
- Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme
- Healthcare plan through Medicash and is an easy to use health insurance. The health cash plan provides cashback towards your everyday healthcare bills, benefiting from a range of digital and virtual tools to help you protect and improve your wellbeing. 24/7
- Employee Assistance Programme – emotional, financial and legal support to both you and your family by a team of qualified professionals
- Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7
- Telephone Support Service and Face to Face counselling service.
Application
We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate.
For further information about the role please contact Blackburn Central High School on 01254 505 700 or by emailing info@bchs.co.uk
Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the Trust’s safer recruitment procedures. This requirement applies irrespective of any existing DBS certificate held through the DBS Update Service.
Our trust is cross phase and consists of primary, special, and secondary schools. We have a vision to transform lives through a highly inclusive approach.
‘Inclusion is at the heart of our trust’.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Any offer of employment will be subject to a satisfactory check supplied by the Disclosure and Barring Service. The check will include any cautions, reprimands, or final warnings as well as convictions.
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