Senior Administrator (with Finance Responsibilities)

Overview

Are you an organised, proactive professional with excellent administrative and financial skills? We are seeking a dedicated Senior Administrator to play a pivotal role at the heart of Newland St John's Church of England Academy.

As the welcoming face of our school, you will lead the day-to-day administration of the office, support financial processes and budget monitoring, coordinate key school operations, and help ensure the smooth running of our vibrant school community. Working closely with the Principal, staff, families, governors and external partners, you will make a meaningful contribution to the education and wellbeing of our pupils.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a busy environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, values teamwork, and shares our commitment to providing a nurturing, inclusive and faith-inspired learning environment.

If you are passionate about making a difference behind the scenes and want to be part of a caring and ambitious school community, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day administration of the office.
• Support financial processes and budget monitoring.
• Coordinate key school operations and help ensure the smooth running of the school community.
• Collaborate with the Principal, staff, families, governors and external partners.
• Contribute to the education and wellbeing of pupils.

What we can offer

• Experienced and supportive School Leadership Team
• Opportunities for staff to develop through Continuous Professional Development
• Local Government Pension scheme
• Occupational Health
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free on site Parking

Job Details

• Hours of Work: 37 Hours per Week, Term Time Only (including training days)
• Position Type: Permanent Post
• Line Manager: Principal
• Travel Required: No
• The salary is dependent on current qualifications and experience, please see the attached job description for more information.

Application Process

Please complete the online application form to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. You should use the information supplied with in the Job Description & Person Specification to make the best of your application by identifying some specific pieces of work you may have undertaken in any of these areas. Your application may be viewed in regard to some or all of the skill specific areas over the course of the selection process. Applications via agencies will not be considered.

Interviews will take place as soon as possible after the closing date.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting our children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes enhanced criminal records and barring checks, scrutiny of employment history, robust referencing and other vetting checks.

Our safeguarding system is underpinned by a range of policies and procedures which encourage and promote safe working practice across the Trust. On joining you will be required to undergo continuous professional development to maintain safe working practice and to safeguard our children and young people.

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