HR & Finance Co-ordinator
Fairfields School, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN2 6JN13 days remaining to apply
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
26 January 2026 at 8am
Date listed
15 December 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £29,540.00 - £32,597.00 Annually (FTE) Actual Salary (pro-rata) is £25980.61-£28669.26
HR & Finance Co-ordinator job summary
The role is designed to provide a high quality, effective HR and financial service for the school, providing effective administrative support for the employee lifecycle with particular focus on recruitment, induction, payroll, employee records and operational HR. The critical purpose of the role is to undertake the required safer recruitment checks and accurately maintain the Single Central Register to ensure compliance. The post holder will support the business manager in all HR and finance related matters and be the first point of contact to support colleagues and management.
The successful candidate will have strong written and verbal communication skills, proven experience of handling sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy, and the confidence to challenge compliance with HR policies at all levels. Excellent IT skills are required, particularly in using SIMS and Microsoft applications.
Keeping calm under pressure and being able to work to tight deadlines are also key so organisational skills and high attention to detail are critical.
Previous experience in a busy HR role is desirable preferably within an educational setting.
About us
Fairfields School is a truly special place to learn and work. The school meets the needs of pupils with severe or profound learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and sensory impairments. Ofsted rated the school Outstanding in all areas, reflecting the dedication of our staff and the ambition of our pupils. We are driven to ensure all our pupils have a personalised education that inspires and prepares them for the next steps in their journey.
We are proud of our pupils, whose achievements and character shine every day. Guided by our community ethos — “Inspiring everyone to shine” — we provide daily opportunities for success, growth, and collaboration. All staff believe that children learn best when teaching is purposeful, meaningful, and memorable. At Fairfields School, we believe in the potential of every student and nurture it within a caring, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Staff work hard to provide an engaging environment with irresistible invitations to learn.
You will be part of a supportive, passionate, and competent team who keep children at the heart, all working towards creating an environment where pupils can thrive.
Your professional development and career aspirations will be supported as Fairfields inspire everyone to shine.
Looking for someone who has experience in
- An understanding of HR processes within schools
- Working within a school setting.
- Working proactively
- Working with high accuracy and organisation.
- Experience with finance software e.g, FMS
- Experience of some finance functions such as accounts payable
About you
We are looking for someone who has:
- Resilience and able to work under pressure
- A drive for improvement
- An ability to prioritise, be highly organised and has a good attention to detail
- Flexibility and is tenacious
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Enjoyment of working with others
Safeguarding
Fairfields School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of pupils. This post is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check (will be completed once the job has been accepted, please refer to DBS code of practice - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk),) and health clearance as well as the usual pre-employment checks. It is a criminal offence for an individual to apply to work in regulated activity if barred. Please see our Child Protection Policy here: Fairfields School : - Policy Documents. Appendix C of the Child Protection Policy includes the Recruitment and Selection Policy.
Equality
Fairfields school is committed ensuring and promoting equality of opportunity for all pupils, staff, job applicants, parents and carers; irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, belief, sex or sexual orientation and expects staff to share that commitment. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment and welcome applications from all members of the community.
Please see our Equality Policy here: Fairfields School : - Policy Documents
GDPR
As part of the recruitment process, we will gather and use information relating to you, your “personal data”, including data that we obtain from you directly and indirectly from other organisations (your referees, educational establishments, professional bodies, Disclosure and Barring Service). This will include your name, address, contact details, employment history, qualifications, ethnic origin, sex, religion, criminal record, references etc. If you are successful, this will also include details on immigration status, identity documents, DBS, medical checks, and teacher status checks.
We will hold information relating to your application only for as long as necessary. If you are successful, then how long we need to hold on to any information will depend on type of information. Some of this will be held on the Single Central Record. If you are unsuccessful, we will hold the information for a period of six months before it is securely destroyed.
We will process your personal data during recruitment for the purpose of complying with legal obligations, carrying out tasks which are in the public interest, and taking steps with a view to entering into an employment contract with you including assessing your suitability for the role, checking your eligibility to work in the UK and with children and ensuring compliance with the Equality Act 2010.
We will not share information gathered during your application process with third parties, other than professional advisors such as legal as HR advisors.
Please also refer to our Data Protection Policy for further details on making requests for access to personal data.
How to Apply
To apply, please download and complete the application form and return to waltonj@fairfields.northants.sch.uk or alternatively drop it into the school office. Previous applicants need not apply. Canvassing any employee, or member of the Governing Body, directly or indirectly, is prohibited and will be considered a disqualification.
The recruitment process will consist of shortlisting, a formal interview panel and a task.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Fairfields School, Trinity Avenue, Northampton, NN2 6JN
Working Hours: 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (Term Time Only)
Salary Range: Grade H £29540-32597 (Actual pro-rata Salary is £25980.61-£28669.26)
Closing Date: 26th January 2026 at 9am
Interview Date: TBC
Start Date: ASAP
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Fairfields school is committed to safeguarding the welfare of pupils and ensuring equality of opportunity for all pupils, staff, parents and carers; irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity, race, belief, sex or sexual orientation and expects staff to share that commitment. The post is subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS check & health clearance. Please see our Equality Policy and Child Protection Policy on our website. Appendix C of the Child Protection Policy includes the Recruitment and Selection Policy.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Fairfields School
- School type
- Special school, ages 3 to 11
- School size
- 125 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Fairfields School website
Are you ready for an adventure because Fairfields School has a great opportunity which could be perfect for you. Fairfields School is a community day special school for pupils aged 3 to 11 years. The school meets the needs of pupils who have severe or profound learning difficulties, with additional difficulties that may include physical difficulties, speech and language delay, sensory impairment and under developed social skills. Pupils may also have a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder. All pupils at Fairfields try their best to achieve throughout the school day, every day! The children are happy and have a real love for learning.
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