Finance and Operations Administration Assistant

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary (Higher Broughton); Salford; On-site; GBP 14,646 - 15,637; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Ambitious school with clear vision

Supportive Headteacher and staff team

Professional development opportunities

Positive, inclusive school culture

Job summary

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School in Salford is seeking a part-time Finance and Operations Administration Assistant to join the busy school office. The role supports both finance and operational functions during term time, with a fixed-term until 31 August 2027 and 21 hours per week.

The successful candidate should be ambitious for the school, work well with colleagues and stakeholders, and ideally bring experience in school finance and resources.

Qualifications

• Strategic thinker capable of creative problem solving.
• Professional, positive and proactive with stakeholders.
• Enjoys working in a diverse urban school environment.
• Experience in school finance and resources preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support finance and operational functions within the busy school office.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver best outcomes for children.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Relationship building

School finance experience

Job description

Finance and Operations Administration Assistant

St Thomas of Canterbury RC Primary School, Hadfield Street, Higher Broughton, Salford, M7 4XG

Role overview

Part‑time (21 hours per week), term‑time only, fixed‑term until 31st August 2027 with the possibility of a permanent position thereafter. Salary grade 2C SCP 14 to 18 (£14,646 – £15,637).

The successful candidate will work within our busy school office, supporting both finance and operational functions. They should be ambitious for the school and committed to collaborative work that delivers the best outcomes for our children.

Key qualities and experience

• Strategic thinker who can think creatively and solve problems.
• Professional, positive and proactive, building good relationships with all stakeholders.
• Enjoys working in a school environment within a vibrant and diverse urban community.
• Experience in all aspects of school finance and resources (ideal).

What we offer

• Ambitious school with a clear vision and high aspirations for its children.
• Supportive Headteacher, staff team and wider school family.
• Commitment to your ongoing professional development.
• Positive, inclusive and caring school culture.

Documents required for interview invitation

• Passport or ID proving your right to work in the UK.
• Qualifications or registrations relevant to the role.