School Admin Assistant
| Posting date: | 01 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £13.68 to £15.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £13.68 - £15/hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 October 2025 |
| Location: | Whalley Range, Greater Manchester, M16 0AA |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4729839_1759328060 |
Summary
A vibrant and inclusive "Outstanding" Primary School in Whalley Range are seeking a highly organised and proactive Admin/Finance Assistant to join their friendly office team and support the smooth running of our school's administrative and financial operations on a temp-to-perm basis.
Location: Whalley Range, M16
Hours: Full-time, Term Time Only
Rate: £13.68 - £15/hour DOE
Contract Type: Temp to perm
Start Date: November 2025
Key Duties/Responsibilities:
- Provide general administrative support, including answering phones, responding to emails, and greeting visitors.
- Assist with financial tasks such as processing invoices, handling petty cash, and maintaining accurate records.
- Support the School Business Manager with budget monitoring and reporting.
- Maintain pupil and staff records using school systems (e.g. SIMS/Arbor).
- Ensure compliance with data protection and safeguarding procedures.
- Support with organising school events, trips, and communications with parents.
Key Skills/Experience:
- Experience working in a school office environment is essential
- Knowledge of SIMS, FMS, or Arbor systems is essential
- Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and financial systems.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding in a school setting.
- Familiarity with school finance procedures.
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