School Business Assistant / Senior Business Assistant

East Midlands Councils/East Midlands Jobs; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in the United Kingdom is looking for a School Business Assistant. This role involves providing administrative support to the school office and managing records, finances, and communication with families. The ideal candidate will be a team player with administration experience, able to handle a busy workload and work independently. Full training will be provided, and the role offers an opportunity to truly make an impact within the school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in business administration is preferred.
• Ability to manage busy work schedules independently.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Administrative support to the Federation Business Manager.
• Management of school funds and budgets.
• Support to the Governing Board and its committees.
• Maintaining systems linked to student records and finance.

Skills

Administration skills

People skills

Time management

Confidentiality

Job description

Closing date: 04 January 2026

As School Business Assistant / Senior , you will be responsible for the smooth and efficient running of the school office, providing administrative support to the Federation Business Manager and school staff. You will be the first point of contact for our families and help ensure that our school continues to meet the needs of our pupils and their families.

We are seeking a ‘people person’ who likes interaction with others but who can equally work independently and manage a very busy work schedule which will include:

• Providing professional administration of school funds and budgets
• Provide effective and proactive administrative support to the Governing Board and its committees
• Managing the school systems linked to student records, finance, HR and premises
• Understand and abide by the confidential nature of the role

Most importantly, we are looking for a team player with a great sense of humour, a ‘can do attitude’ and a big warm coat! It goes without saying that you must enjoy working with children. Full training and support will be given for the successful applicant and this post would suit someone with business administration experience wishing to move into or experienced in school business management. In return, you will find a welcoming and inclusive team to work with, in a job which you can truly make your own and a view to enjoy!

If you would like further information, please don’t hesitate to make an informal enquiry to the headteacher via [e-mail] - Visits to the school are welcome by appointment.

Bamford Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 12 January 2025