Administrative Assistant at St Teresa's Catholic Primary School

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Job Reference #

EDV/2026/STCPS/85973

Location

St George's Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire, FY5 3JW

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£26,403.00 - £28,142.00 Annually (FTE)

Hours Per Week

Weeks Per Year

Closing Date

Midday, Thu 16th Jul, 2026

Start Date

01/09/2026

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Interview Date(s)

21/07/2026

Interview Date(s) 21/07/2026

About this Role

Thank you for your interest in applying for the role of Administrative Assistant at St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School and Nursery, part of the Blessed Edward Bamber Catholic Multi Academy Trust.

St Teresa’s is a one form entry, Catholic School situated in Cleveleys, on the Fylde Coast, north of Blackpool covering the parishes of St Teresa and St John Southworth.

Our Mission Statement guides our work in school and within the community, helping the young people in our care thrive and grow to reach their potential. St Teresa’s Catholic Primary School is a Christ-centred, loving and nurturing learning-community. Uniting home, school and Parish, we strive to support, guide and develop the uniqueness of every individual’s God-given gifts and talents.

We are seeking a highly organised, professional and enthusiastic Administrative Assistant to join our school team.

As the first point of contact for many visitors, parents and pupils, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the school office. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who enjoys working in a busy environment and making a positive contribution to the school community.

The successful candidate will have:
- Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
- The ability to prioritise workloads and work effectively under pressure.
- A friendly, professional and approachable manner.
- Experience in an administrative role (school-based experience is desirable but not essential).
- A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Please refer to the application pack for the person specification, job description and further details.

BEBCMAT is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All posts are subject to:
● DBS
● Medical clearance
● Verification of qualifications and National Insurance number.
● Two references including a judgement about suitability to work with children.
● A member of the interview panel will be trained in implementing Child Protection procedures.
● In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, online search be carried out.
For teaching positions, barred list checks and prohibition from teaching checks will be carried out.
For leadership positions, section 128 checks will be performed.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 16th July 2026 – midday
Interview date: Tuesday 21st July 2026

Post Details
Grade: NJC pay Grade D – scale point range 7 to 11
Full Time Equivalent Salary: £26,403.00 to £28,142.00 (pro-rata, pay award pending)
Actual Salary: £12,315.00 to £13,126.00
Contract: Permanent, term time only plus 5 days
Hours: 20 per week
Start Date: 1st September 2026

Contact Details

  Becki Giddings, Office Manager
  01253 852547
  admin@stteresasprimary.com

St Teresa's Catholic Primary School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

Please provide a written statement of no more than 1,300 words detailing why you believe your experience, skills, personal qualities, training and/or education are relevant to your suitability for the post advertised and how you meet the person specification applicable to the post.