Senior Administrator (A3) - St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School

About Us

Required for November 2024

We are a popular primary school in South West London who wish to appoint an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual who is well organised, has initiative and can demonstrate excellent administrative skills. We offer a friendly and supportive environment and excellent professional development opportunities.

Working in the office, you will need to have a positive, friendly and approachable manner, while maintaining confidentiality at all times. Good communication skills are essential as is the knowledge of a variety of ICT packages. Knowledge and experience of SIMS/Arbor or another management information system would be preferred but is not essential.

The post will involve (please also refer to the job description).

•    Contributing to the planning, development and organisation of administration systems, procedures and policies that facilitate the smooth operation of the school.

•    Analysing and evaluating data and information to produce relevant reports including HR and finance.

•    Achieving value for money when assisting with procurement and sponsorship. 

•    Undertake the administration of human resources matters including contracts of employment

You will:

•    Have a professional and friendly manner.

•    Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

•    Be flexible and able to work on your own or as part of a team.

•    Have excellent ICT skills and be proficient in a range of software.

•    Have excellent time management skills, be able to multitask and solve problems using your own initiative.

Qualifications in English or Maths and an NVQ3, degree or equivalent are essential.  

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Further details can be obtained by contacting the school by email: info@stjosephs.wandsworth.sch.uk 

An information pack, including a Job Description and Person Specification can be downloaded below.

Completed application should be returned to the school by email - info@stjosephs.wandsworth.sch.uk.

Closing date: 04 November 2024 (at noon)

Shortlisting: 05 November 2024 

Interviews: 08 November 2024  

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS clearance.

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School

90 Oakhill Road, Putney, 

SW15 2QD 

020 8874 1888                        

www.stjosephs.wandsworth.sch.uk