At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide essential admin support to keep our school running smoothly.
- Company: Join a vibrant Catholic community in Didsbury with a friendly team.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to grow in a dynamic educational setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: No specific qualifications needed, just a positive attitude and strong organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Contract Type: Fixed term contract
Working Hours: 28 hrs per week, worked over 4 days (7hrs per day). Day off is either Wednesday or Thursday and this is flexible.
Number of positions: 1
DBS Check Required: Yes
Qualifications Required: No
Pre-employment Health Assessment Required: No
Start Date (Subject to pre-employment checks): 28th September 2026
Salary: £26,403 FTE (Actual salary is approx £17,703)
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, motivated and hard-working person who will provide day to day administrative support to our school. You will play a key role in the efficient daily operation of the school office, providing a professional, welcoming and effective service to pupils, parents, staff, visitors and external agencies.
We are looking for a candidate who:
- Thrives in a busy environment, enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.
- Has strong organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion and a positive, solutions-focused mindset.
- Has experience of delivering high-quality administrative support including correspondence, data entry, record-keeping and the use of school systems such as Sims and School spider.
- Previous experience of working within an educational setting would be preferred.
St. Catherine’s is a vibrant Catholic Community in Didsbury which has happy, motivated children and a friendly and dedicated staff team. We would welcome applications from committed professionals who would become fully involved in supporting and promoting the Catholic ethos of our school.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.
We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
Admin Officer in Manchester employer: St Catherine's RC Primary
St Catherine’s RC Primary in Manchester is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment that values the contributions of its staff. With flexible working hours and a focus on professional development, employees have the opportunity to grow within the education sector while making a meaningful impact on the lives of pupils and the community. The school's commitment to fostering a welcoming atmosphere ensures that all staff feel valued and engaged in their roles.
