Finance Assistant

Finance & Admin Assistant Advert

Start Date: September 2025

Hours : Full-time, 9:00am – 5:00pm, (36 hours), 46 weeks per year. 

Scale  : 5/6 depending on experience

Sandringham Primary is looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our vibrant administrative team. This is a key appointment, supporting both the school’s core finance functions and our wraparound services including Sandringham Daycare and the Breakfast Club.

The role requires someone who is confident with school finance systems (Bromcom), understands the importance of accuracy, and brings integrity and accountability to everything they do. This person will work closely with the School Business Leader and Admin team, helping ensure our financial processes are compliant and efficient.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Is proficient in financial systems, ideally Bromcom
• Brings high personal standards and a proactive approach to their work
• Communicates clearly and works well as part of a team
• Understands or is willing to learn the statutory financial responsibilities of a school setting

All applicants will be considered fairly, and a few short tasks will be included as part of the interview process to assess suitability.

CRITERIA

ESSENTIAL

DESIRABLE

EXPERIENCE

Record of excellent personal success in a financial or related role

Record of developing and sustaining positive working relationships

Experience of working in and education setting

QUALIFICATIONS

AND TRAINING

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Relevant Financial Qualification (or equivalent professional experience)

High levels of personal and professional organisation, integrity, discretion and confidentiality

Impressive personal presence and presentation with high degrees of self-confidence, personal energy and dynamism

Personal warmth to engage positively and gain confidence with the school community.

Sound judgement and the ability to take difficult decisions to resolve issues, especially when under pressure

Ability to communicate concisely and sensitively both orally and in writing to a variety of audiences

Commitment to the use of current and emerging technologies to enhance the educational offering and administration of the school

A passion for excellence and a commitment to the ongoing development and implementation of the School’s vision

Degree in accounting or finance. Excellent knowledge of MS Excel, google drive, Bromcom

 

 

Visits to the school are very much encouraged. Please make an appointment to visit the school through Fathima Essop. (fathima.essop@sandringham.newham.sch.uk)

CV’s will not be accepted. Accompanying statements should outline candidate’s curriculum passion and expertise.

Closing Date: 25 June 2025

Interviews to be held on 4 July 2025

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, 2 references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check and medical questionnaire. All positions are temporary for the first year with a view to being made permanent.