Job Introduction
Crookham Infant School is a wonderful, caring and happy school where we put children at the heart of everything we do, providing an environment which is enriching and nurturing for all. We believe that all children should be able to develop as individuals to enable them to become lifelong learners. We pride ourselves on our collaborative working to ensure all children reach their full potential.
We are looking to recruit a Senior Administrative Officer, to be part of our fantastic team. We are looking for an excellent candidate, ideally with school-based experience, who can effectively manage the financial and administrative elements of school life and contribute positively to our staff team. This is a varied and exciting opportunity for the right person. You will need to have the ability to work quickly, be self-motivated, flexible and have excellent organisational skills. If you are friendly and welcoming, highly efficient and adaptable then you could be the right person for us.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience of working in a school and as part of a team.
- Has experience of school-based systems such as IBC and Arbor.
- Has experience of working with school budgets and school financial monitoring systems.
- 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 procedures.
- 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.
- Responsibility for school personnel administration.
- Provide advice & information to the Headteacher & Governors on all HR matters
- Manage the recruitment process: ensuring compliance, safeguarding checks are completed and contracts set up.
- Manage & routinely monitor payroll. Record staff absences and ensure claims for reimbursement or additional hours are completed promptly.
- Lead on all health & safety for the school ensuring compliance with legislation and Hampshire County Council policies.
- Working alongside the caretaker to manage the school site and building maintenance.
- Oversee the work of keyholders, caretaker, cleaners and contractors.
We can offer you:
- An extremely supportive and friendly staff team committed to achieving the best.
- Supportive leadership team and governing body committed to the wellbeing of all.
- Opportunities for training and learning new skills.
- Handover from current post holder.
- Training from Education Financial Support.
- Happy and enthusiastic children.
- Support & training from the Diocese of Guildford.
Position start date: September 2025
Please apply early as the school reserve the right to interview on receipt of application.
Application Procedure
Closing date: 30.04.2025
Visits to the school are strongly encouraged, for further information and an application form please contact the school on 01252 615547 or email Verity Marsland, Finance Officer, on: v.marsland@crookham-inf.hants.sch.uk
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.
