Job Introduction
Employee Support and Finance Assistant
Required from 1 November 2026
37 hours per week, 7am – 3pm Mon- Thurs and 7am – 2.30pm Friday, term time only
Actual Salary - £22,255
This is an opportunity for a flexible, enthusiastic, and energetic person to undertake this fast paced role at our busy school.
Main duties will include:
Cover Management
- Coordinate daily cover arrangements for teaching and support staff absences.
- Arrange and communicate cover schedules to staff in a timely manner.
- Maintain accurate records of staff absence, cover allocation and supply staff usage.
- Liaise with external supply agencies when required.
- Monitor cover costs and provide reports for Employee Support and Business Manager.
- Support the administration of staff leave requests and absence reporting procedures.
- Manage, book and support staff training requests ensuring accurate records are kept and statutory training is complete.
Finance Administration
- Process purchase orders, invoices and payments in accordance with school financial procedures.
- Assist with budget monitoring and financial record keeping.
- Reconcile accounts and maintain accurate financial databases.
- Process income received by the school and ensure appropriate banking procedures are followed.
- Support month-end and year-end financial processes.
- Liaise with suppliers and respond to finance-related queries.
General Administration
- Provide administrative support to the School Business Manager and Employee Support Team
- Maintain confidential staff and financial records.
- Produce reports, correspondence and other documentation as required.
- Support reception and office functions during busy periods or staff absences.
- Ensure compliance with school policies, financial regulations and safeguarding requirements.
Experience in Microsoft Office is preferred, and knowledge of school-based systems such as SIMS would be desirable but not essential as full training will be available. We put staff wellbeing at the heart of everything we do and will provide a bespoke induction program and on the job training tailored to your needs.
Application procedure
For a full overview of the role and application process, please look at the applicant pack here: https://sway.cloud.microsoft/s/RACAJFAjo72Qlv3f/embed
If you wish to visit the school before making an application or require any further details, please e-mail the Employee Support team on employeesupport@brookfield.hants.sch.uk.
Closing Date: Tuesday 13 October 2026 (midnight)
Date of interviews: w/c 19 October 2026
The School reserves the right to interview before the closing date should a suitable candidate apply. Previous applicants need not apply.
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.
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