School Finance Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Assistant for various secondary schools in Croydon. The candidate will support financial operations, maintain records, and assist with budget monitoring. This role offers development opportunities in the education sector within a collaborative environment. Ideal for organised, detail-oriented individuals passionate about education.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Valuable experience in the education sector

Qualifications

• Experience in school or finance administration is ideal but training can be provided.
• Confident communicator and proactive learner.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day financial administration.
• Process invoices, purchase orders, and staff expense claims.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with budget monitoring.
• Liaise with suppliers, parents, and staff regarding financial queries.
• Support wider administrative tasks within the school as needed.

Skills

Highly organised

Attention to detail

Using finance systems

Microsoft Excel

Strong interpersonal skills

Job description

School Finance Assistant

Location: Various Secondary Schools across Croydon

Contract Type: Full-time / Long-term (with potential for permanent opportunities)

Are you an organised, detail-oriented individual with a passion for education and numbers? We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join the administrative teams in several inclusive and supportive secondary schools across Croydon.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking to develop their career in school finance or administration. You'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth financial operations of the school, supporting both staff and students in a welcoming and collaborative environment.

About the Role

As a Finance Assistant, you will:

• Support the Finance Officer and Business Manager with day-to-day financial administration.
• Process invoices, purchase orders, and staff expense claims.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with budget monitoring.
• Liaise with suppliers, parents, and staff regarding financial queries.
• Support wider administrative tasks within the school as needed.

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised and methodical, with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel.
• A great communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, reliable, and eager to learn.
• Ideally, experienced in a school or finance administration environment (training can be provided for the right candidate).

Why Join Us?

• Work in inclusive, welcoming secondary schools that value collaboration and staff wellbeing.
• Be part of a supportive team that encourages professional development and career progression.
• Gain valuable experience within the education sector, with opportunities for permanent employment.

If you're looking for a rewarding administrative role where you can grow and make a difference within the education community, we'd love to hear from you.