Finance and Admin Level 4

John's CE Primary School Krikhall Lane Leigh Greater Manchester WN7 1RY
Salary: Grade 4, £21,908 - £22,970 per annum. £13.26 - £13.90 per hour 37 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working 39 weeks per year. Required for May 2026 or sooner if possible Leigh St.

John's CE Primary School is a voluntary aided school, and governors are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, flexible and highly motivated Finance and Admin Officer to work with us as we continue our journey supporting children in 'learning today for a brighter tomorrow'. Our Mission Our simple mission is to enable all pupils to become 'decent human beings'. We welcome your application if you believe you could be the right person.

• Provide excellent reception service, ensuring every visitor receives a warm, professional welcome.
• Undertake high quality administrative duties including financial management correspondence, record keeping and office systems.
• Undertake accounting processes, including processing purchases/orders and invoices as well as reconciling accounts, bank statements and financial records to ensure accuracy, compliance and timely reporting.
• Confidently respond to communications and support the smooth running of day to day school operations.
• Handle enquiries from parents, staff and pupils with clarity, professionalism and excellent customer service.
• Support with challenging or sensitive conversations in a calm, diplomatic and solutions focused manner.
• Maintain accurate data and use systems such as Arbor and other school platforms.
• Assist with school events, meetings and diary management.
• Support pupil welfare and safeguarding procedures.
• Work closely with the Business Manager to ensure efficient, well organised office operations.
• Proactively monitor the admin inbox and respond to a wide range of queries, ensuring timely communication and liaising with other departments where required.

• Delightful children who are an absolute joy to be with.
• A successful and forward looking school with excellent facilities.
• A supportive and dedicated team of staff, governors and senior leaders who will support you and enable you to develop to your full potential.
• A commitment to your continuing professional development.
• An informal visit to the school is encouraged and warmly welcomed.

If you require any further information or wish to book a visit to the school, please contact the business manager on Ext 3 or email enquiriesadmin.leighstjohnsprimary.wigan.sch.uk. Attention: Mrs P Jones, Business Manager.

Interview date: Monday 27th April 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check. The employer is committed to safeguarding.

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