Administration Assistant

St Marie’s Catholic Primary School, Avondale Street, Standish, WN6 0LF

Salary: Grade 2, £12 778 per annum (£13.05 per hour).

Hours: 22.5 hours per week, Monday‑Friday 8:30 am – 1:00 pm, term time only (38 weeks), start September 2026.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, friendly and approachable School Administration Assistant to support our Catholic ethos and join a highly motivated team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, as part of a team, the school office to provide an efficient and effective service.
• Build professional relationships with parents/carers through effective communication skills, answering telephone calls/emails and resolving queries.
• Adhere to the school’s GDPR practices and policies.
• Maintain up‑to‑date pupil records.
• Arrange reactive work required on site as instructed by the caretaker and/or other school staff.
• Manage stock and stationery ordering.
• Assist the Headteacher/SLT with scheduling of meetings and training events.
• Assist with financial duties as required, including collection and banking of monies where required.
• Undertake general reception/administration duties and financial tasks, including school meals.
• Undertake communication with parents via school messaging service.
• Always ensure the safety of pupils by having a clear understanding of and the ability to follow safeguarding measures and procedures.
• Assist with pupil first aid, as necessary, and liaise with parents/carers and staff.
• All other tasks required to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the school and office.

Benefits

• a caring, welcoming school where everybody is valued
• friendly, respectful and hardworking children, staff and governors
• a supportive, enthusiastic team committed to school improvement and every child achieving their potential
• a commitment to Continued Professional Development

Email: enquiries@admin.saintmaries.wigan.sch.uk

Website: www.saintmaries.wigan.sch.uk

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