Office Manager with Finance
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Job Summary
Pine Ridge and Lorraine Federation and Cordwalles Junior School are seeking a highly organised proactive and personable Office Manager and Finance Administrator to their friendly and supportive team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience and a passion for helping schools run smoothly. As the first point of contact for many of our parents visitors and staff youll play a vital role in ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the school office while contributing to the warm and welcoming environment of our schools.
Your Opportunity
In this key role you will lead and support a dedicated office team ensuring the smooth and efficient running of all administrative and finance functions across the schools. From overseeing daily operations and managing financial processes to supporting the Leadership Teams and acting as the first point of contact for parents and visitors this role offers variety responsibility and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. You will be at the heart of the school community promoting a warm professional environment while maintaining excellent communication and the highest standards of confidentiality.
What we are looking for
- Proven experience working in a school office ideally within an educational environment.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage office staff effectively.
- Excellent planning organisational administrative and finance abilities with a keen eye for detail.
- Confident in using Microsoft Office (Excel Word) with familiarity in school systems such as SIMS or Pupil Asset considered a bonus.
- Clear professional communication skills and a friendly welcoming manner.
- Highly reliable with excellent timekeeping personal integrity and a commitment to confidentiality.
- Able to prioritise workload meet deadlines and remain calm and positive under pressure.
- A team player with a proactive can-do attitude and an understanding of the importance of safeguarding in a school environment.
About Pine Ridge and Lorraine Federation
Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Pine Ridge & Lorraine Infants School our cluster includes the following other schools; Springfield Primary School Lightwater Village School & Cordwalles Junior School.
This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise and experience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development including apprenticeships.
Join the GLF Schools Community
As a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.
- Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
- 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
- We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
- Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education
GLF Schools Employment Offer
GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish
- Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexible working options
- Generous holiday allowance
- Work life and family friendly policies
- Employee wellbeing initiatives
- Access to a staff benefits portal
- Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information
The Details:
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Salary: GLF Associate 3.1 - 25001 FTE
Actual Salary: 15702.22
Hours of Work:25 hours per week Monday - Friday (41 weeks incl. INSET)
Closing Date:Monday 13th April at 9.30am
Interview Date: Tuesday 28th April 2026
Required Experience:
IC
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About Company
GLF Schools a MAT (Multi Academy Trust) where children Grow, Learn & Flourish. Over40 primary & secondary schools across 5 LAs with whom we work in partnership.
