Finance and Administrative Assistant
Location: Sefton Park Infant and Junior Schools, Bristol
Salary: BG8, SCP12 £30,023 FTE per annum
Contract Type: Permanent, term time only plus 2 INSET days
Hours: Part-time 15 hours a week, 8.00am – 4.00pm, Thursday and Friday
Reporting to: School Business Manager
Start Date: ASAP
About Us:
Sefton Park Infant and Junior Schools are a federated setting with a strong sense of community and care. We are a school that is both kind and ambitious, committed to ensuring that every child is supported to succeed and encouraged to be their very best. We are an inclusive, supportive and happy place to work, and this is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to build on our strengths and develop the next phase of our school.
About the role:
To provide finance and administrative support for the completion of effective support services in the running of the school to support the School Business Manager. The postholder will support the maintenance of accurate financial records, processing of invoices and payments, monitoring of income and expenditure, purchasing and general financial administration, ensuring that financial procedures are followed and deadlines are met. This is a job-share position, so being able to work well with a colleague, communicate regularly and share information to ensure a smooth handover is important.
We are looking for someone who:
• Is organised, has good attention to detail and enjoys working with figures.
• Has some experience of financial or administrative work and is comfortable using IT systems, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Can organise their workload and manage different tasks. Experience of working in a busy environment would be an advantage.
• Is flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to help out with other tasks and support colleagues when needed.
• Has good communication skills, is approachable and enjoys being part of a team.
• Is reliable, enthusiastic and happy to use their own initiative, whilst understanding the importance of confidentiality.
Previous experience in a school finance role would be helpful but is not essential, as training and support will be provided.
We offer:
• A nurturing, caring and friendly working environment.
• A dedicated and motivated team.
• A supportive school community.
• A strong commitment to inclusion and ensuring that everyone is valued and respected.
• Opportunities for professional development
Employee benefits include:
• Free wellbeing support – 24-hour access to a counselling and legal advice helpline
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discounts
Closing date: Thursday 19th November 2026
Interviews: Wednesday 25th November 2026