Administrative & Finance Assistant

Administrative & Finance Assistant

Hours: 18 hours per week

Contract: Part-time, term time plus associated working arrangements as applicable

Hours: 9:00-3:30 Wednesday and Thursday and 8:30-4:00 on a Friday.

Location: Grassington Primary School, with support across the Federation as required,

Grade:  E - Spinal point 6-9

Pro-Rata Salary: £11,322.28 to £11,873.07

Hours: 18 hours per week

Contract: Part-time, term time plus associated working arrangements as applicable

Hours: 9:00-3:30 Wednesday and Thursday and 8:30-4:00 on a Friday.

Weekend Working: No

Location: Grassington Primary School, with support across the Federation as required

Start Date: October 2026

The Role

Upper Wharfedale Primary Federation is seeking to appoint a highly organised, efficient and enthusiastic Administrative and Finance Assistant to join our dedicated office team.

This varied and rewarding role will be based at Grassington Primary School. The successful candidate will provide administrative and financial support at Grassington and support administrative tasks across the wider Federation.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

•        Use school Management Information Systems (MIS) to maintain and update pupil and school information.
•        Support the Federation's financial administration, including processing invoices, recording transactions and undertaking school banking activities.
•        Assist with the administration of educational visits, residentials and school trips.
•        Support the wider administration team across all four schools within the Federation.
•        Undertake general office duties, including communications, filing, record management and data entry.
•        Support school events, admissions processes and other administrative functions as required.
•        Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with data protection requirements.
•        Provide a professional and welcoming first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

•        Has excellent organisational and administrative skills.
•        Has experience of financial administration and accurate record keeping.
•        Is confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.
•        Has strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
•        Can work independently whilst contributing positively to a team.
•        Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
•        Is flexible, proactive and willing to support a range of school office functions.
•        Experience of school administration and MIS systems would be advantageous but is not essential, as training can be provided.

We Can Offer

•        A friendly and supportive team across the Federation.
•        A varied role with opportunities to develop skills in both administration and finance.
•        Collaboration with colleagues across our four schools.
•        A commitment to professional development and training.
•        The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the lives of children and families in our communities.

Safeguarding

The Upper Wharfedale Primary Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, social media checks and all other safer recruitment requirements. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

For further information or an application pack, please contact the Federation Office email - fbm@uwpf.n-yorks.sch.uk

Key Dates:

Closing Date: 14th October 2026

Interview Date: 21st October 2026 

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

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Administrative & Finance Assistant

Grade: E - Spinal point 6-9

Pro-Rata Salary: £11,322.28 to £11,873.07

Hours: 18 hours per week

Contract: Part-time, term time plus associated working arrangements as applicable

Hours: 9:00-3:30 Wednesday and Thursday and 8:30-4:00 on a Friday.

Weekend Working: No

Location: Grassington Primary School, with support across the Federation as required

Start Date: October 2026

The Role

Upper Wharfedale Primary Federation is seeking to appoint a highly organised, efficient and enthusiastic Administrative and Finance Assistant to join our dedicated office team.

This varied and rewarding role will be based at Grassington Primary School. The successful candidate will provide administrative and financial support at Grassington and support administrative tasks across the wider Federation.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Use school Management Information Systems (MIS) to maintain and update pupil and school information.
• Support the Federation's financial administration, including processing invoices, recording transactions and undertaking school banking activities.
• Assist with the administration of educational visits, residentials and school trips.
• Support the wider administration team across all four schools within the Federation.
• Undertake general office duties, including communications, filing, record management and data entry.
• Support school events, admissions processes and other administrative functions as required.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with data protection requirements.
• Provide a professional and welcoming first point of contact for pupils, parents, staff and visitors.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Has excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Has experience of financial administration and accurate record keeping.
• Is confident using IT systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Has strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
• Can work independently whilst contributing positively to a team.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible, proactive and willing to support a range of school office functions.
• Experience of school administration and MIS systems would be advantageous but is not essential, as training can be provided.

We Can Offer

• A friendly and supportive team across the Federation.
• A varied role with opportunities to develop skills in both administration and finance.
• Collaboration with colleagues across our four schools.
• A commitment to professional development and training.
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the lives of children and families in our communities.

Safeguarding

The Upper Wharfedale Primary Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, social media checks and all other safer recruitment requirements. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

For further information or an application pack, please contact the Federation Office email - fbm@uwpf.n-yorks.sch.uk

Key Dates:

Closing Date: 14th October 2026

Interview Date: 21st October 2026

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

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Administrative & Finance Assistant

Salary: £11,322.28 - £11,873.07

Posted: 28/09/2026

Closing date: 14/10/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (BST)

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