Job Introduction
Hambledon Primary School
Finance Officer – Permanent, Part-time
Hampshire
- Closing Date: Monday June 8th, 2026
- Interview Date: Monday June 15th, 2026
- Job Start Date: 1st January 2027
- Contract/Hours: 22.5 hours a week, 40 week contract
- Salary Type: E grade
- Hours of Work: Part-time
- Location of Role: Hambledon Primary School
- Contact e-mail address: adminoffice@hambledon.hants.sch.uk
Job/Person Summary
Hambledon Primary School is a warm, nurturing primary school situated in the heart of our rural village community. We are seeking a dedicated, highly motivated, and organised Finance Officer to join our small, friendly office team.
This pivotal role ensures our school remains financially secure, compliant, and well-resourced. You will work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body to directly support our pupils' learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Budget Monitoring: Assist the Headteacher in preparing, managing, and tracking the annual school budget.
- Financial Processing: Manage day-to-day transactions including purchase orders, invoicing, banking, and petty cash.
- Reconciliations: Maintain accurate records on local authority systems (e.g., SAP/IBC, Tucasi) and reconcile bank statements.
- Reporting: Prepare clear financial updates for senior leaders and Governors
- Best Value: Oversee purchasing and service contracts to guarantee cost-effectiveness and value for money.
- Community Front-of-House: Work in the school reception, welcoming parents, visitors, and pupils with a friendly manner.
Candidate Profile
- Qualifications: GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths is required; financial or bookkeeping training is highly desirable.
- Experience: Experience managing finance operations, ideally using school management software (SAP,IBC, Tucasi, SIMs)
- Attributes: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and total commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
- Relational Skills: A calm, flexible nature with the ability to collaborate effectively in a tight-knit school community.
What We Offer
- A welcoming, supportive working environment where staff well-being is genuinely valued.
- Happy, enthusiastic children and an engaged community of parents and governors.
- Comprehensive onboarding support and tailored professional development opportunities.
Application Procedure
Please telephone the school on 02392 632440 to request an application pack and to arrange a visit. One of our senior leaders will be happy to show you around the school and answer any questions you may have about the post. Hambledon is a warm, friendly school set in a picturesque village with many fantastic community links. We look forward to meeting you.
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.
