Finance and HR Administrator

Shrewton CofE Primary School, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP3 4JT

17 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  ASAP

• Closing date

  13 October 2025 at 10am

• Date listed

  25 September 2025

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: £9,503.00 - £10,817.00 Annually (Actual) 15 hpw, 3 days per week. Grade F or G dependent upon experience. 39 weeks per year. Term time TD days.

Finance and HR Administrator job summary

Reporting to our Hub Business Manager, we are looking to appoint a dedicated Finance & HR Officer to join our friendly and talented team to help support our finance and HR services to be as effective and efficient as possible for the benefit of our schools.

Supporting our Spire Hub Schools, you will be required to work across two primary schools spending two days at Shrewton CE Primary School and one day at Whitesheet CE Primary Academy.

The successful candidate will be a key member of the school teams, being responsible for the efficient and timely processing of purchase orders and invoices, and routine monthly reconciliations. You will also support our Hub Business Manager with budgeting and financial reporting. Alongside you will assist and support the Headteacher with the administration of personnel records and data and offer an effective HR administrative support service, always ensuring confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee the financial procedures of both schools.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Prepare and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Process invoices, payments, and payroll efficiently.
• Assist with HR-related tasks and ensure adherence to health and safety legislation and procedures.
• Provide administrative support and handle general office duties as required.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a finance role, preferably within a busy school environment.
• Strong knowledge of finance procedures and best practices.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in word processing and IT skills.
• Familiarity with HR and health and safety legislation and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience, then apply now by completing the My New Term online application form.

We want our staff to thrive so we offer an extensive range of wellness services and professional learning opportunities to support growth and development. Please visit our website for further details: Diocese of Salisbury Academy Trust - Wellness

We value the diversity of our workforce and welcome applications from all. If you are interested in this position and would like to have a more detailed conversation before making the decision to apply for the post, please give us a call and we will be happy to help you with as much detail as possible to support this process.

When you have enough information to make your decision to apply, please complete all sections of the application form. CVs will not be accepted.

All applicants will be notified of the shortlisting decisions by email. References for shortlisted candidates will be requested before interviews. 

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a number of checks including the Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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 Shrewton CofE Primary School

• School type: Academy, Church of England, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 126 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Shrewton CofE Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/shrewton-cofe-primary-academy

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