Key Role Information

Salary
32,061.00 - 33,699.00
Job type
Part Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
18/03/2026 12:00
Interview
24 March 2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Support Staff Pay Scale | SCP19 - SCP22
Department
Administration and Business
Key stage
Not Applicable
Hours per week
21.00
Weeks per year
39.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

We are seeking to appoint an experienced, professional and highly motivated Senior Administration Officer with Line Management to start as soon as possible. This is a part-time post working 21 hours per week. The Governors are seeking applicants who can manage the school office ensuring efficient administrative support is provided to the Headteacher, school staff, parents and pupils.


We offer:

  • A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos
  • Children who are polite, happy and motivated to learn
  • A supportive staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils
  • A commitment to your own professional development


The successful candidate will:

  • Be happy to support the Catholic ethos of our school
  • Be able to work to tight deadlines and remain calm when faced with multiple tasks
  • Be experienced in a wide range of administrative processes (experience in an educational setting is desirable)
  • Be able to line manage a small number of administration and premises staff
  • Be an excellent organiser with a flexible approach to day to day work activities
  • Have a friendly, professional and engaging manner
  • Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Be able to work as part of a team and establish positive relationships with pupils, parents and staff
  • Have a reflective and evaluative approach to their practice


Required: As soon as possible


Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale Grade G - £32,061 to £33,699 (pro rata for part-time)

The salary quoted is the annual salary for the position at the time of advert.


Contract: Permanent


Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact The School Office by email at christtheking@ctkcps.com or contact the school on 01202 574277.


We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.


Closing Date: Midday Wednesday 18th March 2026

Interviews: Tuesday 24th March 2026


Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email

School Website address: www.ctkcps.com

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalentdesirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of safeguarding policies, child protection, and school welfare procedures

Experience

Problem-solving and decision-making in a fast-paced school environmentessential
Current first aid certificate
Experience of a wide range of administrative functions, including managing a team of staff

Personal Attributes

Ability to work collaboratively and lead a teamessential
Resilience, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressureessential

Relevant Experience

Effective time management and ability to prioritise workloadessential

Relevant Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for staff, parents, and external agenciesessential

Christ The King Catholic Primary School, Bournemouth

Pat Rushton

pat.rushton@plymouthcast.org.uk

Durdells Avenue
Kinson
Bournemouth
Dorset
BH11 9EH

Safeguarding Information

We are committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of our students and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.