Senior Administration Officer in Wigan

Shevington High School is a successful and popular community school built upon our core values of respect, inclusion, aspiration, and kindness. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment where both our students and staff can thrive. We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, highly organised, and proactive Senior Administration Officer to lead our school's administrative functions and support our continued success.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the smooth and efficient running of the school. You will oversee daily administrative operations, manage a small team of office staff, and act as a key point of contact for parents, visitors, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate strong leadership and organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, a commitment to confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple priorities within a busy school environment.
• Lead and manage the school’s administrative team, ensuring effective day-to-day office operations, clear communication, and high standards of service.
• Possess excellent communication skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to supporting the school's vision and values.
• Streamline office workflows, continuously looking for ways to improve administrative processes to save time and resources.

About you

We are looking for someone who models our core values every day. The ideal candidate will have:

• Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload, multitask, and meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Strong leadership capabilities, with a track record of motivating, supporting, and managing a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing you to build warm, professional relationships with staff, pupils, parents, and governors.
• Advanced IT literacy, with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and experience working with database systems including SIMS.

What We Offer

• A warm, welcoming, and genuinely supportive staff community.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development (CPD) and career progression.
• A vibrant school environment where your contribution is visible and highly valued.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary G7 (scale point 20-25)
• Children of staff are included as one of the priorities on our admissions criteria for those wishing to support an application for their child to the school.
• Enhanced Induction for all new staff
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewards and Recognition Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and School Workload Charter

The school reserves the right to interview and appoint this position ahead of any advised application closing date should an appropriate candidate be found. Therefore, it is advisable to submit applications as early as possible. As part of the shortlisting process we will carry out an online/social media search as part of our due diligence on the shortlisted candidates as per guidance from Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.

How to Apply

Application forms to be returned to Mrs L Thompson lthompson@shevingtonhigh.org.uk If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: 01257 400990 E-mail: enquiries@shevingtonhigh.org.uk Website: www.shevingtonhigh.org.uk

Closing date: Thursday 9th July 2026 - 12 noon

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check. The employer is committed to safeguarding.

Supporting Documents

• Application Form
• Application Pack
• DBS Policy Statement – Schools
• Guidance for Safer Working Practice
• Childcare Disqualification Requirements