Senior Administration and Finance Assistant (St. John’s CE (A) Primary School, Trent Vale

Stoke-on-Trent City Council,

£26,403 - £28,598 (pending pay award)

Actual salary for 37 hours – Term time plus 4 days £23,555 - £25,514

37 hours per week term time plus 4 days and 6 inset days.

Working pattern (Monday – Thursday 8.15 - 4.15/ Friday 8.15 – 3.45)

The Headteacher and Governors of St. John's CE (A) Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and welcoming Senior Administration and Finance Assistant to join our highly committed business team. The successful applicant will share our vision and passion for supporting education and promoting our Christian ethos.

The successful candidate will need to be organised, reliable, and able to work effectively in this busy environment. Experience in finance or a school environment is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. Under the direction of our School Business Manager, they will play a key role in ensuring that office procedures run smoothly and will contribute to the financial and business aspects of the school.

They will view their role as crucial in supporting senior leaders, the wider team, and our families to ensure the best possible outcomes for our children

As a key member of the team and a familiar face to our families, you will also need to demonstrate professionalism and flexibility, and be able to solve problems on a daily basis. This will help support our school community and ensure that we can provide the very best for our children and families.

Please see the job description for further details of the key duties and responsibilities.

St. John’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

A social media check will also be undertaken on candidates.

Applications close/ shortlisting: 9am Monday 21st September 2026

Interviews:
Tuesday 29th September 2026

This post is available as soon as possible however governors are willing to wait for the right candidate to ensure the best for the children and staff n’s.