School Admin and Finance Assistant. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A primary education institution in Ilford is seeking an experienced Admin and Finance Assistant to join their team in January 2026. The ideal candidate will manage various administrative duties, ensure financial processes are followed, and utilize Arbor for record-keeping. This is a full-time, term-time role with potential for permanency. Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Excellent transport links

Opportunity for permanent placement

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school office, preferably in primary education.
• Strong working knowledge of Arbor is essential.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative and finance duties.
• Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments accurately.
• Assist with budget monitoring and admin support for the School Business Manager.
• Maintain accurate financial and pupil records using Arbor.
• Liaise with staff, parents, and external agencies about financial matters.
• Support preparation of reports for senior leadership.

Skills

Experience in school office

Knowledge of Arbor

Excellent numeracy skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational 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.