Finance Administrator - Tiverton School

We are looking to appoint a highly organised and reliable Finance Administrator to support the smooth and efficient running of Tiverton School’s finance and Health & Safety and administrative systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring financial processes, Health & Safety records and school administration are maintained accurately and in line with school, Local Authority and statutory requirements.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-focused individual with strong administrative, financial and organisational skills who can work both independently and as part of a team. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, a professional manner and a commitment to supporting the wider school community.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working in an administration or finance role
• Experience processing financial transactions such as orders, invoices
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office and database systems
• The ability to communicate effectively with staff, parents and external agencies
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy school environment
• An awareness of Health & Safety procedures and the importance of compliance within a school setting
• A flexible and proactive approach to work

Experience within a school or education setting, knowledge of Financial Management Systems (FMS), and experience supporting Health & Safety administration would be desirable but are not essential.

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply.  This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.  

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing Date: 2nd June 2026

Interview Date: TBC