School Finance Administrator Maternity - Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited : Job Details

Are you an experienced school administrator with a strong background in finance and invoicing?Do you have excellent organisational skills and a working knowledge of SIMS?If so, this exciting maternity cover opportunity for a School Business Support Officer in Blackburn could be the perfect fit for you!Your new roleAs a School Business Support Officer, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy and welcoming school office. You'll be responsible for a range of administrative and financial duties, including processing invoices, managing the school office, and maintaining accurate records using SIMS. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a school environment and be confident handling financial tasks in line with school policies.This is a full-time, temporary maternity cover position running until July 2026, working Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm. A DBS on the update service would be highly advantageous.Key Responsibilities

• Finance & Invoicing: Processing purchase orders, invoices, and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with school financial procedures.
• SIMS Administration: Using SIMS to manage pupil and staff data, attendance records, and support financial reporting.
• General Office Duties: Supporting reception and administrative functions, including handling calls, emails, and visitor enquiries.
• Procurement & Stock Control: Ordering supplies and managing inventory to support teaching and operational needs.
• Policy Compliance: Ensuring all work adheres to safeguarding, data protection, and financial regulations.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a school administrative or finance role
• Strong working knowledge of SIMS and other school systems
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• A professional, discreet, and proactive approach to work
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this School Business Support Officer role in Blackburn, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us today.If this job isn't quite right for you but you're looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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