At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage school office operations, finance processes, and attendance records.
- Company: A welcoming school environment with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, full-time hours, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for a rolling contract with potential for growth.
- Why this job: Join a vibrant school community and help shape students' futures.
- Qualifications: Experience in school administration and knowledge of FMS and SIMS.
The predicted salary is between 22 - 22 £ per hour.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Office Manager to join a busy and welcoming school from the beginning of September.
We are seeking a highly capable professional who can quickly integrate into the team and provide essential support across school administration, finance and attendance functions.
This role will play a key part in the day-to-day operation of the school office, ensuring administrative processes run smoothly while supporting finance activities, attendance monitoring and stakeholder communications.
The successful candidate will be a proactive and organised individual who is confident taking ownership of tasks, prioritising effectively and working independently within a fast-paced educational environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the day-to-day management and organisation of a busy school office.
- Oversee and complete a range of finance administration processes using FMS.
- Maintain accurate financial records and assist with financial reporting requirements.
- Manage pupil, attendance and administrative records using SIMS.
- Monitor attendance and carry out attendance follow-up procedures with parents and carers.
- Support communication with families through Parent Mail.
- Assist with the administration and maintenance of school website content where required.
- Provide administrative support to senior leaders, staff, pupils and parents.
- Manage incoming enquiries and respond professionally to stakeholders.
- Ensure school records, files and systems are maintained accurately and confidentially.
- Support the coordination of school events, meetings and operational activities.
- Utilise Google Workspace to manage documents, spreadsheets, communications and shared systems.
- Contribute to the smooth running of school procedures and office operations.
- Identify areas requiring attention and take proactive action to resolve issues.
- Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales.
- Ideal Candidate Profile
- Previous experience working within a school office environment.
- Strong working knowledge of
- FMS and
- SIMS
- Experience using
- Parent Mail
- Knowledge of
- Google Workspace (G Suite)
- Previous experience supporting school finance administration processes.
- Experience managing attendance administration and follow-up activities.
Working Pattern
on site full time – based in Ealing
Day Rate
Hours
Full-time, 35 hours per week
Contract
1-3 month rolling contract
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