Administration and Finance Assistant

inploi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A primary educational institution in Wigan is looking for a part-time Administration and Finance Assistant. This role involves managing financial processes, supporting the administration team, and completing general duties. The position requires previous experience in business administration, ideally within the education sector. The job offers a flexible working pattern of 15 hours per week, and is a temporary position until August 2026, possibly extending based on funding.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of business administration is required.
• Experience working in schools/the education sector is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Make effective use of resources in support of the school’s budget.
• Manage the day-to-day financial processes.
• Complete general administration duties.

Job description

Overview

Willow Grove Primary School

Willow Grove

Ashton in Makerfield

WN4 8XF

Salary: Grade 4, £8,672 - £9,093 per annum. £13.26 - £13.90 per hour

15 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Temporary until 31st August 2026 (may be extended subject to funding)

Required as soon as possible

Willow Grove Primary School is seeking to appoint an experienced part-time Administration and Finance Assistant, who has a passion for excellence in education, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced person who is looking for a part-time role. The position is 15 hours per week; the working pattern is flexible and will be agreed between the School Business Manager and successful applicant.

Willow Grove Primary School is a Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) provision with 66 pupils currently on roll. Staff, parents and governors work closely together to provide a high-quality education for all our pupils in the right setting. We are a trauma-informed provision, and our school strongly believes in its 3 values: “Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Positive”.

This position is working within the school’s office; however you will be expected to support with day-to-day running of the whole school. The post holder will be an integral part of our Administration Team working closely with the School Business Manager and Admin Officer. We are seeking to appoint a hard-working, motivated individual who will:

• Make effective use of resources in support of the school’s budget.
• Manage the day-to-day financial processes.
• Be an integral part of the Administration Team and contribute to its future development, working closely with the School Business Manager and Admin Officer.
• Complete general administration, including analysis of data and customer service duties.
• Have previous experience of business administration. It will be an advantage to have previous experience working in schools / the education sector but not essential.
• Be solution focused and embrace creativity and innovation in all areas.

Willow Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Safeguarding and how to apply

If you have any questions, please contact School Business Manager Leah Sergeant via email or telephone:

Email: [e-mail] | Tel: [phone]

Please submit applications, including supporting statement, to [e-mail] by Sunday 5th October 2025 23:59

Interview date: Monday 13th October 2025

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:

Job Description and Person Specification

Childcare Disqualification Requirements

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