Job Vacancies

ST. VINCENT’S CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL

Required from January 2026 or as soon as possible

Diocese of Shrewsbury in partnership with Trafford Borough Council

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 Part-Time School Administration and Reception Assistant

 Salary £25,989 pro-rata

The Governors of St Vincent’s Catholic Primary School wish to appoint a highly motivated, proactive and enthusiastic administrative assistant to join our effective front office, admin team.

We are looking for:

a.     Someone with excellent administrative, communication and organisational skills, looking to work within a highly effective team.

b.     Someone with clear and professional communication, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, pupils, parents and governors.  

c.     Someone with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

d.     Someone with the ability to handle sensitive information responsibly, understand GDPR and data protection principles.

e.     Someone proficient in Microsoft Office, with the ability to handle digital correspondence efficiently. Familiarity with school management systems preferred but not essential. 

f.      Someone who will be committed to supporting the school vision, mission and values. 

In return, we can offer:

·         A warm welcome from a happy and supportive community, with a strong Catholic ethos.

·         A friendly, hardworking and committed staff network.

·         Full training along with excellent opportunities for continued professional development.

·         A supportive and committed Governing Body.

The application form and details are available from our website: St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Trafford: Job Vacancies

Further details can be obtained from our Business Manager, Mrs Hannah Ascott, via email on recruitment@stvincents.trafford.sch.uk.  Completed forms should be returned to this email address. Please note CV’s will not be accepted on their own.

Salary and other details

g.       Band 3 – pt. 6 - 11 (£25,989-£28,142) pro rata.

h.       2-3 days per week, term-time only, plus INSET days (39 weeks per academic year). Hours and days to be discussed and agreed on appointment. Working days to include a Friday.  

i.         Closing date: Monday 15th December 2025

St. Vincent’s is an Equal Opportunities employer and we positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, religion, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, sex and sexual orientation.

St Vincent’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. This post is subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) Checks and satisfactory professional references. The applicant will be required to subscribe to the update service and maintain the cost of the subscription for the duration of the employment (currently £16 per year). Online checks will be performed following successful shortlisting. Overseas checks will be carried out if applicable.