Job Description

An exciting opportunity to join the Finance Team at one of Oldham's leading independent schools.

Hours:

9:30am - 2:30pm, full year

Contract:

12-month fixed term (with potential to become permanent)

Salary:

18,850 per annum (pro-rata of 26,408 FTE)

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Reports to:

Director of Finance and Operations

About Hulme Grammar School

Hulme Grammar is a long-established independent day school with a reputation for academic excellence and a welcoming, community-focused ethos. Our dedicated staff are committed to providing exceptional teaching, learning and pastoral care, supported by a professional and collaborative operational team.

We are now seeking a

Part-Time Credit Controller

to join our Finance Department. This role is ideal for someone with strong credit control or finance administration experience who enjoys working in a friendly, supportive school environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of credit control and debtor management, ensuring timely and accurate fee collection and maintaining excellent relationships with parents and guardians.

Key duties will include:

Monitoring outstanding balances, issuing reminders and following up on overdue accounts. Processing daily cash postings, reconciling payments and maintaining accurate financial records. Preparing weekly and monthly debtor reports for review. Liaising professionally with parents and external partners regarding payments and queries. Supporting termly billing processes and general financial administration. Ensuring compliance with the School's financial procedures and data protection requirements.

Person Specification

Essential:

Previous experience in credit control, finance administration, or account management. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a calm, professional manner. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping. Good IT skills, including experience with financial software, Microsoft Excel and Google applications. Ability to prioritise workload, work independently and maintain confidentiality.

Desirable:

Experience working within a school or educational finance environment. Familiarity with legal or debt recovery processes. Knowledge of accounting or school management systems.

Employee Benefits

Free on-site parking. Complimentary lunch during term time. Access to the Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support. Supportive, collaborative working environment.

Please note:

Hulme Grammar School

does not hold a sponsor licence and is therefore unable to offer visa sponsorship

for this position. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV form and a covering letter addressed to the HR Manager on hr@hulmegrammar.org, outlining your suitability for the role. Further details about the School can be found at www.hulmegrammar.org.

Closing Date:

20 October 2025

Interviews:

To be held shortly thereafter.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 18,750.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

Canteen Company pension Discounted or free food Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person