Finance and Operations Administration Assistant

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School

Hadfield Street,

Higher Broughton,

Salford

M7 4XG

Tel: 0161 470 2660

Email: [email protected]

Headteacher: Mr David Deane OBE

Finance and Operations Administration Assistant Required ASAP

Term-Time Only

Fixed term until 31st August 2027 (with the likelihood of a permanent role thereafter)

Part Time (21hrs per week)

Grade 2C SCP 14 to 18 (£14,646 - £15,637)

St. Thomas of Canterbury is a dynamic and thriving school family who work together to create a fantastic school for our community. We are rated Outstanding by Ofsted and possess a long track record of academic success that places us within the top 5% of schools nationally. We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced Finance and Operations Administrator who can play a key role in helping us to continue our success and achieve our vision;

“Together with God we reach for the stars”

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a busy school office. They must be ambitious for our school and dedicated to working collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our children.

A strategic thinker who can think creatively and problem-solve

Professional, positive and proactive, forming good relationships with all stakeholders

Enjoy working within a school environment in a vibrant and diverse urban community

Ideally, the successful candidate will be experienced in all aspects of school, finance and resources.

An ambitious school with a clear vision and the highest aspirations for its children

A school that cares for and nurtures every member of our school family

A strong commitment to your continuing professional development

A supportive Headteacher, staff team and school family

More information about our school can be found on our website: http://www.stthomasofcanterburyprimaryschool.co.uk/

Applications to be made through Greater Jobs

Deadline for applications: Tuesday 1st September 2026

Shortlisting: Thursday 3rd September 2026

Interview: Thursday 10th September 2026

The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to obtain an enhanced check for regulated activity from the Disclosure and Barring Service.

If you have lived or worked abroad for 3 months or more in the last 5 years or 12 months or more (whether continuously or in total) in the last 10 years whilst aged 18 or over, please refer to the link below for details for how to obtain your Certificates of Good Character.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

What we need from you if you are invited to interview:

• Passport/ID - You will be required to provide documentary proof of your right to work in the UK

• Qualifications/registrations if applicable for the role

Please note that Salford City Council is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for any role, as no Certificates of Sponsorship are available. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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