School HR & Finance Administrator

About the role

Join a welcoming school in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham as a School HR & Finance Administrator. You will support both human‑resources and finance functions, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations for staff and pupils.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and processing DBS checks.
• Maintain staff contracts, personnel files and HR compliance.
• Support payroll preparation and general finance administration, including purchase orders and invoice processing.
• Manage school databases and ensure accurate record‑keeping.
• Liaise professionally with staff, parents, visitors and external agencies.
• Provide administrative support to the Senior Leadership Team.

Required profile

• Legal right to work in the UK and willingness to obtain an Enhanced DBS.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Positive, proactive attitude with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast‑paced environment.

Required skills

• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• Part‑time schedule: 3‑4 days per week, 9:00 am‑4:00 pm.
• Supportive leadership team and a strong community culture.
• Opportunity to develop a career in school HR and finance.