School Operations & Finance Manager (Term-Time)

St Philip; Arundel; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

St Philip’s Catholic Primary School in Arundel seeks an experienced Office Manager to lead the school’s business and administrative functions. The role oversees finance, HR administration, procurement, and reporting, working closely with the Headteacher and Trust partners.

The successful candidate will manage systems and staff, drive compliance, and support the Catholic ethos of the school within a busy environment. Term-time, 25–30 hours per week, permanent contract.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in administration, business management or office management.
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate support staff.
• Experience managing systems, processes and compliance requirements.
• Commitment to the Catholic ethos and values of the school.

Responsibilities

• Oversee finance, HR administration, operational systems, procurement, reporting and support services.
• Lead and develop the school's business and administrative functions.
• Work closely with the Headteacher, staff, governors and Bosco Catholic Education Trust.
• Contribute strategically to the ongoing development of the school.

Skills

Administration

Budgeting

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Staff leadership

Problem solving

Compliance management

Job description

St Philip’s Catholic Primary School in Arundel seeks an experienced Office Manager to lead the school’s business and administrative functions. The role oversees finance, HR administration, procurement, and reporting, working closely with the Headteacher and Trust partners.

The successful candidate will manage systems and staff, drive compliance, and support the Catholic ethos of the school within a busy environment. Term-time, 25–30 hours per week, permanent contract.