School Admin and Finance Assistant

Remedy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education staffing agency is looking for an Admin and Finance Assistant for a primary school role in Ilford, Redbridge. This full-time, term-time position requires expertise in school administration and finance, particularly with Arbor. The right candidate will join a supportive team environment and may transition into a permanent role. Offering competitive pay from £18 to £22 per hour, this opportunity starts in January 2026.

Benefits

Supportive, friendly team environment

Excellent transport links

Potential for permanent placement

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school office, preferably primary.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritize workload.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative and finance duties within the school office.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments accurately.
• Assist with budget monitoring and provide admin support.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of Arbor

Excellent numeracy skills

Strong communication skills

IT skills, particularly Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational ability

Job description

Admin and Finance Assistant - Primary School

Location: Ilford, Redbridge

Start Date: January 2026

Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Salary: 18 - 22 per hour (dependent on experience)

Contract: Full-time, Term-Time, Temporary (with potential for permanent placement)

About the Role

A welcoming and high-achieving Primary School in Ilford, Redbridge is seeking an experienced Admin and Finance Assistant to join their busy office team from January 2026. The ideal candidate will be confident using Arbor and have a strong background in school administration and finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative and finance duties within the school office
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments accurately and in line with school financial procedures
• Assist with budget monitoring and provide admin support to the School Business Manager
• Maintain accurate financial and pupil records using Arbor
• Liaise with staff, parents, and external agencies regarding financial and administrative matters
• Support the preparation of reports and financial documents for senior leadership
• Uphold confidentiality and safeguarding standards at all times

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a school office (Primary preferred)
• Strong working knowledge of Arbor (essential)
• Excellent numeracy, communication, and IT skills (particularly Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and organisational ability
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workload
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What the School Offers

• Full-time, term-time role (8:30am - 3:30pm, Monday to Friday)
• Supportive, friendly team environment
• Excellent transport links within Redbridge
• Opportunity for the role to become permanent for the right candidate

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Admin and Finance Assistant position, please contact Zeki Mehmet at Remedy Education today.