Administrative Assistant - St Walburga's

The Academy Council of St Walburga’s are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic Admin Assistant to join our highly effective team from September 2025.

Job Advert

We are looking for someone who:

ideally has experience of working in a school office
will provide high-quality, professional admin, clerical, financial and reception service to the school
can work effectively as part of a team is able to work on their own initiative, prioritising day to day work
has good communication and interpersonal skills
is committed to our Catholic vision and ethos

Job Description & Person Specification

Prime Objectives of the Post:

To assist in the provision of high quality professional, flexible, proficient and constructive clerical, administration, financial support and reception service to the school.
Responsible to the School Business Manager/Headteacher from whom they will receive formal supervision and who will allocate work when necessary. However, much of the work is self-generating, and the post holder will be expected to work within established procedures and guidelines and to prioritise day-to-day work, referring only exceptional or complex queries to senior members of staff. In the absence of the School Business Manager would be expected to liaise with senior team members to ensure continuation of essential services.
To provide prompt and effective information, advice and access to services provided by the School to parents/carers, governors, community groups, members of the public and other agencies, dealing with requests for help and intervention, seeking guidance from and working in conjunction with senior/qualified professional staff on more complex requests. Undertaking and promoting the School to public and external agencies.
May from time to time be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and level of responsibility defined in this job description.

We can offer:

A strong leadership team committed to your professional development and formation
A positive and caring catholic school ethos
Well behaved children who are eager to learn
A highly committed and dedicated staff, Academy Council and Catholic Academy Trust
Partnership with a range of professional bodies

Salary & Benefits

Salary from �15065 to �16345 per year

Location

St Walburga's Catholic Primary School
Victoria Park
Shipley
West Yorkshire
BD18 4RL

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed to allow you to get a feel for the school, if you would like to visit, please email: laura.long@wal.bcwcat.co.uk. Applications must be completed on a CES application form which is available from the school office.

Closing Date: 23 June 2025 9am

Interviews: 1 July 2025

Safeguarding

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the exceptions order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Appointments will be made subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and the receipt of satisfactory references and all other pre-employment checks.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. Our recruitment process is based on merit and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We strive to foster a work environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.

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