School Business Assistant

Job details

• Job title
  :
  School Business Assistant
• Job reference
  :
• Date posted
  : 23/06/2026
• Final date to receive applications
  : 05/07/2026
• Working pattern
  :
  Term time
• Salary
  :
  Grade C £25,583 – £25,989 pro rata. Pay award pending (actual salary £23,235)
• Contract type
  :
  Permanent
• Location
  :
  Firs Primary School
• Start date
  :
  As soon as possible

• Provide administration, reception and finance support for the school.
• Act as one of the first points of contact for parents and visitors at the reception desk.
• Handle telephone enquiries and direct calls appropriately.
• Assist with the school’s finance function and work closely with the School Business Manager.
• Ensure that all procedures are carried out effectively and efficiently in accordance with school policies.
• Maintain accurate records and demonstrate a high level of attention to detail.
• Adapt to changing demands of the office with flexibility, patience, a sense of humour and a positive attitude.

• Administrative experience, preferably within a school setting.
• Good communication skills and professional courtesy.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office/365; experience of Arbor and Sage Intacct is an advantage.
• A strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

DDAT welcomes a diverse population of both children and staff and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity in all its functions.

DDAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, online checks, completion of a probationary period, pre‑employment and Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected.