Finance and Admin Assistant

The Burgate School and Sixth Form, Fordingbridge, Hampshire, SP6 1EZ

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  April 2026

• Closing date

  20 March 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  10 March 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,583.00 - £25,989.00 Annually (FTE)

Finance and Admin Assistant job summary

Finance and Admin Assistant, Permanent/Part-Time

23.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (there is some flexibility as to the days and hours worked for the right applicant)

Term Time Plus (term time plus two weeks working in the school holiday period) (46.50 weeks per year - salary is paid all year round across 12 months in equal instalments)

Scale 3 (£25,583 - £25,989 FTE per annum). Holiday entitlement is built into the salary for term time and term time plus workers. Total paid weeks for this role will be 46.50 per annum.

Finance and Admin Assistant

We are seeking a motivated and well organised Finance and Admin Assistant to join our busy team. This varied role is perfect for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in maintaining accurate records and providing exceptional support.

You will play a key part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the school by undertaking a range of financial and administrative functions and offering a friendly, professional service to students, staff and parents, and visitors. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our school and make a real difference behind the scenes while developing your skills within a supportive team.

You may also be asked to provide support across other administrative functions within the school, ensuring continuity and smooth operation during busy periods or staff absences. This could include assisting with reception duties, supporting student services, or contributing to wider office tasks as needed. Flexibility and a willingness to step in where required are key to this role to help maintain our efficient, friendly school environment.

ICT experience is essential but specific training will be given on specialist school software.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on variety and who is an approachable, positive individual who thrives in a busy environment and can juggle tasks with confidence and professionalism.

What we are looking for:

It is important you have good interpersonal and organisational skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, both in writing and face-to-face. Experience of working in a similar role would be an advantage but not essential as full training will be give.

You will also:

• Have good literacy and numeracy skills
• Be comfortable working with financial processes, such as invoicing, reconciliations, and data entry
• Be proficient with IT systems, including Microsoft Office and school-based software (with training)
• Have an eye for detail and accuracy
• Be able to work independently or as part of a team
• Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Be able to use initiative, solve problems and remain calm under pressure
• Be friendly, approachable and collaborative, contributing positively to a team environment

In return, we offer:

• A supportive school community with friendly, enthusiastic and caring colleagues
• A commitment to professional development to support your individual career
• A collaborative working environment within a strong support network
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Electric vehicle charging points
• A cycle to work scheme
• A school with fantastic grounds on the edge of the New Forest

If you are a team player with a flexible approach and a positive, can-do attitude, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Safeguarding Statement

The Burgate School and Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. We will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Please ensure a full work history is completed in your application form including any gaps in employments. This role involves directly working with children and any offer of a role will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as all other relevant safeguarding/pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance.

We will also conduct an individual online search on any successful candidates, as part of our due diligence in line with the DfE's 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This may help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, which might potentially impact your ability to carry out the role and are publicly available online. Any concerns arising from the search will be discussed directly with you.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Burgate School & Sixth Form is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Any offer of a post will be conditional subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check as well as all other relevant safeguarding/pre-employment checks including the receipt of satisfactory references and medical clearance.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About The Burgate School and Sixth Form

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 1098 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: The Burgate School and Sixth Form website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-burgate-school-and-sixth-form

The Burgate School and Sixth Form converted to a Single Academy Trust in May 2011. We are a popular, Hampshire school, situated in expansive grounds on the outskirts of Fordingbridge in Hampshire, providing high quality comprehensive education for children aged between 11 and 18. We enjoy an excellent reputation within the local community for our high standards.

We offer a broad curriculum covering a wide range of subjects at GCSE and A Level which are delivered by a highly qualified and caring team of professional teachers and support staff who are committed to offering the highest quality of education to the students alongside a creative approach to learning that inspires curiosity, builds collaboration, helps develop resilience and encourages flexibility of thought.

Our school vision is that we want every child to enjoy their learning and feel valued for who they are. We believe that Every Burgate Child Matters and we recognise all of our students as individuals, encouraging each to reach their full potential. We have high aspirations for every student and are committed to raising standards of achievement and nurturing a culture of high expectations to drive success for each student in a safe, supportive and friendly environment. We want to support our students in becoming independent learners, as well as confident and responsible young people thereby achieving our motto of Learning for Life.

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