What is the job role?
We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Finance and HR Administrator to join our team at Tiverton School. This is a key role supporting the effective running of the school’s finance, HR and administrative systems, working closely with the School Business Manager and wider leadership team. Working 35 hours per week (term time only), you will play a vital part in ensuring financial processes, staff records and administrative systems are accurate, compliant and efficient.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a detail‑focused and dependable individual with strong administrative and financial skills, who can manage multiple priorities in a busy school environment.
Key responsibilities
* Have experience working in an administrative or finance role, including processing financial transactions
* Possess strong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail
* Be confident using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and databases
* Be able to manage your workload effectively and meet deadlines
* Communicate confidently with a range of stakeholders, including staff, parents and external organisations
* Handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
We would particularly welcome candidates who
* Have experience working in a school or education setting
* Have knowledge of financial systems (e.g. FMS) or HR processes
* Have experience supporting recruitment, absence monitoring or maintaining compliance records
Additional attributes
* A professional, reliable and approachable manner
* The ability to work calmly under pressure
* Flexibility and a willingness to support the wider team
* A strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
Qualifications and experience
You should have a good standard of education, including GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent), along with relevant administrative, finance or business experience or qualifications.
Application details
Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.
Closing date: 13th May 2026
Interview date: TBC
Equality and safeguarding
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.
Pre‑employment checks
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.
Attached documents
* Job Description and Person Specification
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