Administrative Assistant - St Peter's School

Dorset Council UK; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in Bournemouth is looking for a Sixth Form Operations Co-ordinator to work 30 hours per week during term time plus an additional two weeks. The successful candidate will join a supportive team in a thriving school that places importance on student welfare and outstanding educational delivery. Candidates must meet safeguarding standards, including an Enhanced DBS check. The closing date for applications is 8:00am Tuesday 6th January 2026, and further details can be found on the school's website.

Qualifications

• Experience in school operations preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operations for the sixth form effectively.
• Collaborate with staff to deliver outstanding teaching and learning.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies.

Job description

Sixth form operations co-ordinator - 30 hours per week, Term Time plus two additional weeks

St Peter's is a very successful and oversubscribed School. We are a caring community with resolute focus on delivering outstanding teaching and learning.

The School seeks to appoint an outstanding Sixth form operations co-ordinator wanting to join a supportive and committed team.

St Peter's is an 'all through school' that was designated GOOD by Ofsted in September 2023. It is delightfully situated on the Dorset Coast with ready access to the New Forest, both areas rich with opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

Closing date

8.00am Tuesday 6th January 2026

Interview date to be confirmed.

Further details and application forms are available on the school website: https://www.st-peters.bournemouth.sch.uk/blog/?pid=6&nid=4

Please be advised CV’s are not accepted as a form of application.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

An online check will be conducted for candidates shortlisted to check their suitability to work with children (KCSIE 2025).

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility at St Peter’s School regardless of role or position.