Office Manager with Finance Responsibility (Deptford Site)

Invicta Primary School, London, SE3 7HE

6 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  As soon as possible

• Closing date

  7 September 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  1 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: Monday to Friday 8.30 - 5pm
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: SO1

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a calm, proactive communicator for our Deptford site who thrives on accuracy and clear processes.You will ideally have experience supervising staff in a school or similar setting, alongside strong bookkeeping or finance administration skills.Experience of using accounting software, spreadsheets, and Management Information Systems (MIS) is desirable, as is the ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.Whilst school experience is desirable, we also welcome applications from candidates with strong financial experience as training will be provided.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a supportive, collaborative working environment where your contribution is valued and your professional development is encouraged.

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to Work Scheme

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.

Are you an organised, approachable administrative lead with strong financial acumen and a keen eye for detail? Invicta Primary School is seeking a dependable Office Manager & Finance Officer to play a vital operational role in our school.

Working closely with the School Business Manager, you will act as a key right hand support, balancing the day to day supervision of a busy school office with accurate, high quality financial administration. As part of a two site school environment, you will work alongside our established office management team to ensure efficient, consistent, and welcoming service standards across our operations. While this role is primarily based at our Deptford site, all staff are expected to be flexible to work across both our Deptford and Blackheath sites as business needs demand.

From line managing admin staff and supporting recruitment onboarding to handling invoice runs, bank reconciliations, payroll returns, and audit preparation, this is a varied and rewarding role where your precision and structure directly keep the school running smoothly.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applying for the job

This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Job Description – Office Manager & Finance Officer (2).pdf - 271 KB (opens in new tab)

About Invicta Primary School

• Organisation type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 714 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Invicta Primary School website
• Email address: recruitment@invictaprimary.co.uk
• Phone number: 02086929157
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/invicta-primary-school

4 form entry primary school across 2 separate sites in Deptford and Blackheath in South East London.

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