At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide administrative and financial support for arts and cultural programmes.
- Company: Sefton MBC, a supportive and well-resourced organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible hours, and ongoing training opportunities.
- Other info: Great transport links and a friendly working environment.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant team at The Atkinson and make a difference in the community.
- Qualifications: Experience in office administration and financial management required.
The predicted salary is between 18.05 - 18.05 £ per hour.
Sefton MBC is seeking a Centre Administrator to join the Communities Division at The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DB. This is a temporary role via Prism, paying £13.88-£18.05 per hour, working 36 hours per week from 31 August 2026.
Reporting to the Principal Manager of Museum and Galleries, you will provide day-to-day administrative and financial support across programmes, fundraising, and income generation at The Atkinson arts and cultural centre.
Key responsibilities include:
- Financial administration and reporting using I Want Finance and Agresso
- Monitoring income and expenditure
- Cash handling and banking in line with Council procedures
- Managing petty cash as an imprest holder
- Supporting venue hire administration including corporate bookings
- Administering donations, grants, and expenditure for The Atkinson Development Trust
- Data input for utility usage and billing
- Providing general administrative and clerical support using IT systems and office equipment
Please note: The Atkinson operates on some evenings and weekends, and the post holder will be required to work flexibly under the site’s TOIL arrangement.
Essential requirements:
- Solid office administration background with standard IT systems and software
- Financial management and cash-handling experience
- Ability to balance conflicting demands and work to deadlines
- Strong attention to detail
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- A good standard of general education
If you have relevant administrative and financial experience and are available to start in late August 2026, please get in touch promptly.
What’s on offer:
- Excellent, competitive pay rates - paid weekly
- Supportive management team with approachable, experienced leaders
- A desirable location with great transport links
- A stable, well-resourced, and encouraging working environment
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