Job Description

Salary

39,862 - 44,075 FTE, 36,480 - 40,336 Actual, 20.66 - 22.85/hr

Contractual hours

37

Hours

37 hours, Permanent

Job category/type

Schools/Academies

Date posted

19/12/2025

Job reference

NELC400000421

Do you have a relentless drive for excellence, a positive attitude and are you committed to making our school a warm, safe and friendly environment for our staff and pupils?

Working closely with senior leaders, you will be responsible for the general management and administration function of the school and the management of support staff. Key responsibilities include the operation of the school office, facilities, HR and financial management, ensuring compliancy with statutory guidelines.



Our friendly team, who constantly strive to provide the very best educational experience for our young people, are committed to supporting every aspect of a child's development including, health, safety, enjoyment and achievement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

To effectively manage the operational financial matters of the school in line with statutory requirements and an agreed action/development plan.

To oversee and ensure the Health & Safety Compliance of the school is meeting the requirements of the Trust and the Health & Safety Law.

The ability to lead and manage the non-classroom staff in order to allow other members of the senior team to concentrate on their prime purpose of teaching and learning.

To oversee the effective management and upkeep of the school site and buildings, overseeing all aspects of statutory safety checking and testing across the school.

To manage the school recruitment and payroll database, ensuring school compliance with GDPR.

To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Level 4 Diploma of School Business Management or equivalent administrative qualification

GCSE A-C English & Mathematics or equivalent e.g. L2 Certificate


Experience of working in senior finance/administration and preparing budget accounts

Experience of HR and Health and Safety responsibilities

Clear analytical skills to allow the exploration, evaluation and interpretation of information

Excellent interpersonal and written skills

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children. A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks. Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels. Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles. A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive. Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.




If you have any queries regarding the role or application process, please contact Nina Siddle, Chief Finance Operations Officer, via Tel: 01482 755674 or recruitment@het.academy



All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.



As part of Humber Education Trust's recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory guidance KCSiE, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

Closing date for completed applications:

8am, Friday 16 January 2026

Interview date:

TBC