At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Finance & HR Manager in managing school finances and HR processes.
- Company: St Christopher Primary School, a supportive and friendly environment.
- Benefits: Flexible working days, term-time hours, and a welcoming team.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and commitment to safeguarding children.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant school community and make a difference in students' lives.
- Qualifications: Proactive with strong finance and administration skills.
St Christopher Primary School is a great place to work; our pupils are wonderful and our staff are very supportive and friendly. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance and Admin Assistant to join our friendly and very busy office team. The successful applicant will be able to start September 2026.
We are looking for an excellent Finance and Admin Assistant who can support our Finance & HR Manager in the daily running of the school finances and HR processes. You will be working 3 days a week, working days are negotiable for the right candidate but must include Friday. You will be working 21 hours per week (not including 30 minute lunch break per day). Working hours: 9:00am to 4:00pm. This will be 39 weeks a year (Term Time + Teacher Training Days).
Closing Date: Midnight, Thursday 13th August 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Who are we looking for?
- Someone who is proactive
- Highly skilled
- Has a strong financial/administration background
Please visit our website https://www.st-christopher.coventry.sch.uk/ to get an insight into our school. All visits are strongly encouraged - our Headteacher Mrs Clair Robinson will be delighted to show you around and chat about the role – contact the school on 02476675017 or email barwellk@st-christopher.coventry.sch.uk
Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre-employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.
Finance and Admin Assistant - St Christopher Primary School employer: Coventry City Council
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