Coventry City Council
Finance Assistant - Stoke Primary School
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Location: Stoke Primary School, Coventry
Contract: Part time 18 hours per week, 3 days. Term time only +2 week, 40 weeks
Closing Date: 5th October 2026
Interviews: Week beginning 5th October 2026
Stoke Primary School is a welcoming two-form entry school located near Ball Hill. We are deeply committed to meeting the unique needs of every child throughout their time with us. With the highest expectations for both staff and pupils, we strive to foster a supportive and inspiring learning environment. Our passion lies in delivering a rich, carefully tailored curriculum that ensures all children are engaged, challenged, and able to thrive. You will be joining a small, friendly, and supportive administration team at the heart of the school. The team consists of two Administrators, a part-time Finance Assistant and a School Business Manager, all working collaboratively to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the school.
We are seeking a highly organised and professional Finance Assistant to join our busy school office team. Working under the direction of the School Business Manager, you will play a vital role in delivering an efficient financial support service while acting as the welcoming face of the school.
This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to supporting pupils, families, and staff.
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What is the job role?
We are looking for a motivated and reliable individual with proven experience in a finance or financial administration role, who can bring strong financial knowledge and accuracy to our busy school office. The ideal candidate will be confident in handling financial processes such as data entry, reconciliations, invoicing, and reporting, with a clear understanding of the importance of compliance, attention to detail, and confidentiality. Alongside these financial skills, you will be highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities, and remain calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment. You will also be a professional and approachable communicator, able to work effectively with staff, parents, and visitors. A positive, proactive attitude and the ability to adapt to changing demands are essential, as is a commitment to supporting a welcoming and child-focused school environment.
Previous candidates need not apply.
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.
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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.
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