Patterdale Hall, is seeking a friendly, well-organised Centre Administrator to join the team on a part-time basis. This fixed-term position is to cover a period of maternity leave.
Patterdale Hall, a Residential Adventure Learning Centre owned and managed by Bolton School, is seeking a friendly, well-organised Centre Administrator to join the team on a part-time basis. This fixed-term position is to cover a period of maternity leave. The role is expected to start on Tuesday 08 July 2025 and will be required for approximately 12 months.
The role involves supporting the day-to-day administration of the Hall, covering general office tasks as well as secretarial and reception duties. The role holder will also assist in maintaining the Hall’s online presence, including updating websites and contributing to social media activity. Training can be provided for this aspect of the role.
The successful candidate will be confident using computers and fully proficient in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. A good telephone manner and a strong commitment to customer service are essential, as the role often involves being the first point of contact for visitors, schools, and clients. The successful candidate will be friendly, approachable and able to manage a range of tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
This is a part-time role, working 20 hours per week. We are happy to discuss working patterns at interview, and hours may be spread over three or four days to suit both the successful applicant and the needs of the Hall.
Patterdale Hall offers a unique working environment in a stunning location on the shores of Lake Ullswater. The Centre provides a wide range of land- and water-based activities for school children and commercial clients and also operates a self-catering holiday let. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive team who are passionate about delivering meaningful, high-quality experiences for all who visit.
With some 2,500 pupils, Bolton School is a large, thriving, academically selective day school. It is situated a mile or so from the town centre in a stunning 32 acre campus and is within easy reach of some of the nation’s finest cities and countryside.
A large Foundation Services Department supports the School operations and within this there is a trading arm, Bolton School Services Limited (BSSL). This includes BSS Weddings and Events, BSS Leisure Services, Kidzone and Patterdale Hall. Those who work within the organisation are able to combine the experience and pleasure of educating and being around young people with some of the challenges of a business environment.
For further details and to apply online for the position, please visit the School website.
Closing date for applications: Thursday 15 May 2025 at 12.00 noon
Interviews will be held on 22/23 May 2025
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace to reflect the diversity of our pupils and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and to join Bolton School. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community and are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees. We do not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
Bolton School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Criminal Records Check for Regulated Activity.
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Closing Date: 15 May 2025