Finance Assistant

Fairfield Community Primary School; Wigston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Wigston is seeking a Part Time Finance and Administrative Assistant to support the busy school office. The successful candidate will possess strong IT skills, be detail-oriented, and enjoy interacting with children and visitors. This role offers 21 hours a week, providing an excellent opportunity for those looking to enhance their career in school administration.

Benefits

Pension scheme (LGPS)

Opportunities for career development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous administration and financial experience essential.
• Effective communicator with calm appearance.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Undertake various financial duties and provide administrative support.
• Work closely with the School Business Manager and Administrative Assistant.
• Ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

IT skills

Organization

Reliability

Job description

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Part Time Finance and Administrative Assistant

Grade 6 - £12,235 per annum – Actual Salary £13.47 per hour (pay award pending)

21 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

(38 weeks term time per year plus training days)

Start date: Wednesday 20th August or dependent on notice period.

We are seeking an outstanding Finance & Administrative Assistant who is confident, friendly and flexible to work in, our busy school office. The successful candidate will be hardworking, willing and enjoy interacting with our children, visitors and colleagues. The main responsibilities of this role are to undertake various financial duties and provide effective administrative support. You will work closely with the School Business Manager and Administrative Assistant. The ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision is essential.

You will be working 21 hours per week:

12:30pm – 4:00pm Monday to Thursday and

8:00 – 4:00 on Friday during term time.

There may be some minor flexibility to these times.

The successful candidate will:

•Be an effective communicator and have a calm, confidential professional manner and appearance

• Have previous administration and financial experience

• Have excellent IT skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Be able to work under pressure, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

• Be reliable, flexible and punctual

What can we offer you:

• You will be joining a successful school who are part of Symphony Learning Trust, with 15 primary schools across Leicestershire.

• This role can be a stepping stone to those looking for a career as a School Business Manager. The trust offers an Aspiring SBM development programme.

• LGPS pension scheme offered.

• A small friendly team who values each others contributions.

Full details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification

For further information, contact the School Business Manager, Zoe Causon.

Closing date for applications: Monday 28th July 9:00am

Interview and task date: Friday 1st August 2025.

Safeguarding Statement

Fairfield Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be requested for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview, and all posts are subject to an online social media check and enhanced DBS clearance.

Safeguarding Statement

Fairfield Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References wil be requested for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview, and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.

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Part Time Finance and Administrative Assistant

Grade 6 - £12,235 per annum – Actual Salary £13.47 per hour (pay award pending)

21 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

(38 weeks term time per year plus training days)

Start date: Wednesday 20th August or dependent on notice period.

We are seeking an outstanding Finance & Administrative Assistant who is confident, friendly and flexible to work in, our busy school office. The successful candidate will be hardworking, willing and enjoy interacting with our children, visitors and colleagues. The main responsibilities of this role are to undertake various financial duties and provide effective administrative support. You will work closely with the School Business Manager and Administrative Assistant. The ability to work efficiently with minimal supervision is essential.

You will be working 21 hours per week:

12:30pm – 4:00pm Monday to Thursday and

8:00 – 4:00 on Friday during term time.

There may be some minor flexibility to these times.

The successful candidate will:

•Be an effective communicator and have a calm, confidential professional manner and appearance

• Have previous administration and financial experience

• Have excellent IT skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Be able to work under pressure, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines

• Be reliable, flexible and punctual

What can we offer you:

• You will be joining a successful school who are part of Symphony Learning Trust, with 15 primary schools across Leicestershire.

• This role can be a stepping stone to those looking for a career as a School Business Manager. The trust offers an Aspiring SBM development programme.

• LGPS pension scheme offered.

• A small friendly team who values each others contributions.

Full details can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification

For further information, contact the School Business Manager, Zoe Causon.

Closing date for applications: Monday 28th July 9:00am

Interview and task date: Friday 1st August 2025.

Safeguarding Statement

Fairfield Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References will be requested for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview, and all posts are subject to an online social media check and enhanced DBS clearance.

Safeguarding Statement

Fairfield Community Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. References wil be requested for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview, and all posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance.