HR and Finance Assistant

HR and Finance Assistant

Start date - as soon as possible

Salary: CAN scale 17-21 (£25,101 to £27,498 per annum, full time equivalent. Term time plus 10 days, 36 hours actual salary - £22,089 - £24,198)

Working hours: 36 per week, between 8.00am and 4.30pm.

Days per year: 200 days per year (188 term time days, 2 staff preparation days, plus 10 days to be worked during term time and school closure).

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to join our friendly and supportive HR and Finance Team. Prior experience in an HR or Finance role is desirable but certainly not essential as on the job training will be given.

This position may suit a college/university leaver with an interest predominantly in HR.

We are seeking someone who:

• has excellent communication skills – verbal and written
• has excellent IT and administrative skills
• has the ability to form excellent professional relationships with all members of the school community
• is an effective team member
• is able to work using their initiative and often under pressure
• is adaptable and proactive
• is passionate and committed to the wellbeing of all students.

This is a busy and varied role as part of a dedicated team who pride themselves on providing an outstanding support service to the school, leadership team and governance. You will become an integral part of the school community and a point of contact for all HR enquiries.

This is a non-teaching post which will give the successful candidates an excellent opportunity to work supporting both staff and students at a mixed comprehensive school for students aged 11-18 inclusive of a Specialist ASC Base.

See the job description/person specification (below) for further details.

Closing date: 9am, Monday 27 November 2023

We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, should a suitable candidate apply.

Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As such, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Oaks Park High School is an equal opportunities employer.