HR & Finance Operations Officer – Schools

Court Lane Junior Academy; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Court Lane Infant and Junior Academies, part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, is seeking an Academy Operations Officer to support HR and payroll, finance and health and safety across both the Infant and Junior campuses in Cosham, Portsmouth. You will play a hands-on role, ensuring policy and regulatory compliance, while contributing to efficient administrative provision.

Applicants should have DBS clearance, and be prepared for a flexible, collaborative approach across the Trust’s

Qualifications

• Experience in HR or payroll administration in a school or public sector setting.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Headteacher with HR and payroll administration, finance and health and safety in line with policy and procedures.
• Provide hands-on administrative support across Court Lane Junior and Infant schools.
• Assist during school holidays or term time with operational duties and DBS checks as required.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll administration

Job description

Court Lane Infant and Junior Academies, part of The University of Chichester Academy Trust, is seeking an Academy Operations Officer to support HR and payroll, finance and health and safety across both the Infant and Junior campuses in Cosham, Portsmouth. You will play a hands-on role, ensuring policy and regulatory compliance, while contributing to efficient administrative provision.

Applicants should have DBS clearance, and be prepared for a flexible, collaborative approach across the Trust’s