Finance/HR Manager

About the Role

Due to retirement of our long serving Finance/HR Manager, we are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic person to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure there is accurate day to day financial transactions, working closely with the Headteacher
• Preparing and monitoring the school budget
• Update payroll and personnel records
• Maintain appropriate Pre-School finances
• Maintain the accounts of the before and after school childcare provision

What We Offer

• a caring, welcoming ethos
• a committed and supportive team of staff, leaders, SENCO and governors
• enthusiastic, polite and motivated children
• a well-maintained and well-resourced school
• a robust induction programme and continuous professional development opportunities

Requirements

• excellent spoken and written communication skills
• GCSE grade C or equivalent (grade 5) in Maths and English
• Good IT skills and experience of working within education finance
• a positive outlook and a sense of humour

Application Process

You are strongly encouraged to come and have a look round. Application forms are available by contacting Mrs Clarke (Finance/HR Manager) by emailing [contact hidden] or by accessing the school website -https://www.lionelwalden.cambs.sch.uk/vacancies

Application forms should be returned via email to the Headteacher or Mrs Clarke, or via post to the school.

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 13th April 2026

Interviews: w/c 20th April 2026 (date to be confirmed once shortlisted)

Safeguarding Commitment

[Employer hidden] is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are conditional and subject to references and an enhanced DBS check.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion.