Job Description

Our school office, like the rest of the school, is a great place to work! Not only is our office crucial to the smooth running of the school, the role is varied, busy, rewarding and fun. So, if you are friendly and welcoming, highly efficient and adaptable then you could be the right person for us.

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience of working in a school and as part of a team.
Has experience of school-based systems such as Arbor and IBC, or a willingness to learn.
Has excellent multi-tasking skills, alongside the ability to manage challenging situations calmly, positively and professionally in a busy environment.
Is friendly and able to communicate effectively, warmly and professionally at all times.
A good knowledge of finance and personnel.
Is able to manage the school budget and provide reports for governing body meetings.
Understands the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding procedures.
Has excellent literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English).

Your duties will include:

Supporting the Headteacher in the preparation, management and monitoring of the school budget.
Preparing regular financial reports for the Headteacher and governors.
Effectively managing and maintaining day-to-day financial systems within the school.
Responsibility for school personnel administration.
Responsibility for the completion of all new starter/leaver paperwork and other documentation relating to staff employment.
Administration of IHP's and management of medical needs.
Overseeing data protection procedures by taking on the role of GDPR officer

We can offer you:

Friendly and dedicated staff team committed to achieving the best.
Opportunities for training and learning new skills.
Training from Education Personnel Support and Education Financial Support.
Wonderful, happy children who love to come to school.
A leadership team committed to the wellbeing of all.
Supportive parents and governors.
A beautiful, grade II listed building in the centre of town.

37 hours per week
8am - 4pm Monday to Friday
41 working weeks a year
Grade E

Closing Date: Friday 18th July 2025 midday (We reserve the right to close this advert early)

Interview Date: w/c 28th July

To arrange a visit to the school or to request an application form please contact Donna Stokes, Admin & Finance Officer, on d.stokes@andover-pri.hants.sch.uk

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: 29,000.00-31,825.00 per year

Benefits:

On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 18/07/2025
Expected start date: 01/09/2025