Location
Tooley Street, London

Hours
Part Time - 1.5 days per week (every Saturday morning during term time plus one additional half day on Thursdays)

Salary
£34,863 per annum (pro rata)

About the Role
Do you see yourself supporting a vibrant music education environment for children and young people? Can you use your administrative skills to help a busy Saturday Music Centre run smoothly? If yes, we have the perfect role for you! Southwark Music is looking for a passionate and dedicated Saturday Centre Administrator (Fixed Term Contract) to join our amazing team and help make a difference to the lives of children and young people across the borough.

Southwark Music aims to enrich the lives of all Southwark children and young people by making the learning of music dynamic, energetic, varied and fun. We deliver this through our work in schools, our Saturday Centre, and a range of events and projects.

As Saturday Centre Administrator, you will provide high-quality administrative support to the Head of the Saturday Centre and contribute to the efficient and smooth running of the Centre. The Centre offers individual, group and ensemble lessons across a wide range of instruments and styles, with around 220 students aged 5–18 attending weekly during term time, supported by approximately 20 tutors and staff.

Key responsibilities include:
- Processing online applications for all offers at the Saturday Centre
- Maintaining accurate cloud-based records for applications and waiting lists in line with SMS GDPR policy
- Acting as the main point of contact for the Saturday Centre, responding to queries from parents, tutors, staff and partner agencies
- Assisting with timetabling lessons across all teaching areas
- Collecting and monitoring charges and supporting arrears procedures as directed
- Supporting the wider Southwark Music Service team with general administrative duties
- Ensuring deadlines are met and work is prioritised effectively

This is a 9-month Fixed Term Contract role requiring an enhanced DBS check.

Experience
Proven administrative experience in a busy environment is desirable. Experience working with sensitive data and maintaining accurate records is essential.

About you
You will be organised, proactive and able to work effectively under pressure. You will take initiative and work confidently in a busy environment. Strong communication skills are required to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders including parents, tutors and staff. You must be available to work every Saturday during term time and one half day on Thursdays.

Qualifications
There are no formal qualifications required for this role, but experience in administration and a commitment to supporting music education is important. An enhanced DBS check is required due to working with children and young people.