Administrator

Permanent, Part Time, Administrator 
Required: As soon as possible or 1st September 2026

The Governing Body of St James’ Junior School are looking to appoint a professional, hardworking, and flexible administrator, with excellent interpersonal, organisational and computing skills. 

Candidates should be keen to support the efficient running of the school, prioritising the welfare and safeguarding of our pupils.   

All staff, pupils and visitors at St James’ follow the ‘St James’ Way’ which captures our vision to: 

Be Kind, Be Respectful & Give Your All.  

BS6 Salary: £26,403 - £26,824 (pro rata £9,181-£9,327) Term time only (38 weeks + 1 week).

15 hours per week, 

The successful candidate should have the following qualities:
•    Experience of working in a busy office environment, ideally school setting,
•    Experience of all aspects of administration, ideally with a relevant NVQ or equivalent qualification, 
•    Excellent communication and inter-personal skills and a willingness to nurture effective working relationships, 
•    Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure. 
•    Be child-centred and nurturing, and understand that the children and families are at the heart of St James’. 

At St James’ C of E Junior School we can offer you:
•    Happy, enthusiastic and well-behaved children
•    Welcoming, supportive and collaborative colleagues who act with children at heart
•    A school that ensures safeguarding for all is the top priority
•    The support of a School Business Manager to develop and guide effective practice
•    Governors and senior leaders that are passionate about providing the very best opportunities for the pupils and staff

Interested applicants should please contact Clair Brown, School Business Manager [email protected] for an application pack.  

Visits to the school are encouraged but not essential; please contact the School Business Manager to arrange. 

St James’ C of E Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in Policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure and references will be sought.

Closing Date: Friday 26th June at 12 noon
Interviews & Task: Thursday 2nd July 2026