VACANCY

GRADE 2 PART TIME OFFICE ASSISTANT

Temporary position - Maternity Cover - Required June 2026

18.75 hours per week Term Time only - Monday-Friday 8:45am-12:30pm

Pay Grade 2; pt 3 – pt 8 Actual Salary £11,103- £12,011 depending on experience

St. Joseph's is an over-subscribed, Catholic, one-form entry primary school, in the south of Birmingham.
We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated Office Assistant to join our hardworking school team, to carry out office and reception duties, in accordance with the work schedule and job description. Previous experience is desirable. You will need to be reliable, a good timekeeper, flexible, trustworthy and willing to support staff and pupils alike. Staff are expected to work on INSET days, and holidays are not allowed during term time.

We are looking for someone who:

·       Has a firm commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school.

·       Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and can demonstrate effective teamwork/collaboration as part of a close hard-working team.

·       Is willing to build strong and supportive relationships with pupils, parents, support agencies, governors and staff.

·       Will become fully involved in the wider life of the school.

We can offer you:

·       A happy, caring school with a strong Catholic ethos.

·       A supportive Academy Committee and Senior Leadership Team who are committed to maintaining high standards.

·       Children who love to come to school, are engaged in their learning and have excellent behaviour.

·       An opportunity to join a highly effective and hardworking team of teachers and support staff who are committed to the school and the children who come here.

·       Excellent opportunities for professional development.

How to apply:

Application forms are available to download from our school website www.stjosb30.bham.sch.uk or you are welcome to request a pack for collection by emailing Mrs Lucy Henderson via l.henderson@sjo-lumenchristi.org.uk.

Completed applications should be emailed to l.henderson@sjo-lumenchristi.org.uk.

Safeguarding & Equal Opportunities

St Joseph’s is part of Lumen Christi who are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to 2 satisfactory references, one being your latest employer/Head Teacher, (which will be requested prior to interview) an enhanced DBS check and prohibition check, online searches, medical, evidence of qualifications plus verification of the Right to Work (RTW) in the UK. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016).

Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

Please review our Safeguarding Policy Here

We are an equal opportunities employer, and determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.

Closing date for applications: 9am Friday 17^th April 2026

Date for interview: week commencing Monday 20^th April 2026

Start Date: Monday 1^st June 2026