Centre Administrator

Civic Recruitment Limited; Sefton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Atkinson in Southport is seeking a Centre Administrator to support its museums, galleries, theatre and events. The role combines administration, finance, and venue operations to help deliver high-profile programmes and income generation activities.

We are looking for an experienced administrator with strong financial administration skills who can manage competing priorities, work to deadlines, and provide high-quality support across programmes and bookings.

Qualifications

• Experience in office administration and business support.
• Experience using standard office IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in financial administration and cash handling.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using Agresso or similar financial systems.
• Computer qualification such as ECDL or CLAIT.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for programmes, fundraising activities, and income generation projects.
• Deliver day-to-day administrative and financial support across The Atkinson.
• Process procurement activities and financial transactions using I Want Finance and Agresso.
• Support financial monitoring, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Maintain accurate records of income and expenditure.
• Undertake banking activities and ensure compliance with financial procedures.
• Support administration for venue hire bookings, including corporate hire events.
• Assist with financial administration relating to grants, donations, and development trust activities.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and financial documentation.
• Maintain cash handling systems and payment records in accordance with Council procedures.
• Manage petty cash and associated reconciliations.
• Input utility usage and billing data.
• Produce reports and maintain administrative records.
• Provide wider administrative support across the service as required.

Skills

Administrative skills

Financial administration

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Record keeping

Prioritisation

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

ECDL/CLAIT

Tools

Agresso

Job description

Southport, United Kingdom | Posted on 18/08/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

Location: The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 1DB

Contract: 5 Month Contract

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Centre Administrator to join The Atkinson, one of the North West's leading cultural venues, supporting its museums, galleries, theatre, events, and commercial activities.

This role is ideal for an experienced administrator with strong financial administration skills who thrives in a busy environment and can provide high-quality support across programmes, venue operations, fundraising activities, and income generation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for programmes, fundraising activities, and income generation projects.
• Deliver day-to-day administrative and financial support across The Atkinson.
• Process procurement activities and financial transactions using I Want Finance and Agresso.
• Support financial monitoring, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Maintain accurate records of income and expenditure.
• Undertake banking activities and ensure compliance with financial procedures.
• Support administration for venue hire bookings, including corporate hire events.
• Assist with financial administration relating to grants, donations, and development trust activities.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and financial documentation.
• Maintain cash handling systems and payment records in accordance with Council procedures.
• Manage petty cash and associated reconciliations.
• Input utility usage and billing data.
• Produce reports and maintain administrative records.
• Provide wider administrative support across the service as required.
• Experience in office administration and business support.
• Experience using standard office IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience in financial administration and cash handling.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good standard of general education.
• Experience using Agresso or similar financial systems.
• Computer qualification such as ECDL or CLAIT.
• Experience supporting income generation or fundraising activities.
• Experience within a cultural, arts, local authority, or public sector environment.

What's on Offer

• 5 Month Contract
• Location: Southport
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Opportunity to work within a prestigious cultural and community venue.
• Varied role combining administration, finance, customer service, and operational support.
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to contribute to high-profile programmes and events.

Suitable for candidates with experience as an Administrator, Business Support Officer, Finance Administrator, Operations Administrator, Centre Administrator, Office Administrator, Administrative Assistant, or Business Support Assistant.