A well-regarded secondary school in Oldham is recruiting a meticulous and highly organized HR & Finance Administrator. This unique role sits at the intersection of two critical operational departments, supporting both teams during the school's busiest times of the fiscal and academic calendar. Responsibilities include assisting with staff onboarding, compliance vetting, maintaining the Single Central Record (SCR), processing invoices, managing purchase orders, and handling general financial administration.
The School Environment The school offers a structured, supportive, and grounded workplace where operational and administrative staff are recognized as vital pillars of the school's overall success. Because this is a full-year contract, you will benefit from working in a focused, quieter campus environment over the school holiday periods, allowing you to seamlessly manage complex compliance and year-end financial tasks without the typical term-time interruptions.
Requirements * Essential: Direct previous experience working within an administrative, HR, or finance capacity specifically in a UK school setting is a must.
* Essential: High proficiency in school MIS systems (such as SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom) and finance software.
* Essential: You must have the legal right to work in the UK .
Key Details & Benefits * Working Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week).
* Contract Structure: Full-year contract (working over school holiday periods with a generous annual leave allowance).
* Salary Range: £24,500 – £28,500 per annum (dependent on experience).
* Benefits: Access to a robust Local Government Pension Scheme, free on-site parking, and a welcoming, collaborative team environment.
How to Apply Please submit your updated CV for immediate consideration. The school is currently interviewing, so urgent applications are a must. Shortlisted candidates will receive a phone call within 24 hours.