Job Introduction
We are looking for an enthusiastic, aspirational person to join our wonderful team at Pilgrims’ Cross Primary as a part time Finance Officer for September 2025.
The post holder will work closely with our current Senior HR Officer and our Admin Team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to move into schools finance, in a caring and supportive environment. and who likes to work with a friendly and committed team.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of working in a school and as part of a team.
- 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.
- Assist with the overview of the tendering exercise and make recommendations
- Make requisitioning procedures including guidance on best value suppliers
- Produce accounts for petty cash
- Administer the unofficial funds and prepare end of year
- Liaise with other staff on financial and administrative aspects of their work
- Overseeing data protection procedures.
- Working alongside the site manager to manage the school site and building maintenance.
- Maintain and control school's inventory
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's core values are Love, Courage and Trust.
- A leadership team committed to the wellbeing of all.
- Supportive parents and governors.
- An amazing modern building with excellent resource
If you would like an application pack please email recruitment @pilgrimscross.co.uk or call 01264 369523
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.
