School Business Support Officer – Primary School –Haringey

A welcoming and well-run primary school in Haringey is seeking an experienced and proactive School Business Support Officer to join its administrative team. This is a varied and important role supporting the operational, financial and compliance functions of the school, working closely with the School Business Manager and Headteacher. The school serves a diverse North London community and has established clear systems, strong safeguarding practice and a collaborative staff culture. The administrative team plays a central role in maintaining the smooth day-to-day running of the school. The Role As School Business Support Officer, you will provide operational and administrative support across finance, HR and compliance functions. The role is busy and varied, requiring excellent organisation and attention to detail. Key responsibilities include: • Processing purchase orders and invoices in line with budget allocations • Supporting payroll administration and staff contract documentation • Maintaining the Single Central Record and safeguarding compliance files • Monitoring income streams including trips and extended provision • Supporting audit preparation and financial reporting tasks • Managing administrative systems and updating pupil records You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that statutory requirements are met and operational processes run efficiently. The School Environment This Haringey primary school is structured, friendly and well-led. The leadership team is visible and supportive, and the office team is collaborative and experienced. The school benefits from: • Established financial systems and procedures • Clear safeguarding and compliance frameworks • A supportive and approachable SLT • Strong community links The office operates as the central hub of the school, requiring professionalism and a calm, welcoming approach. Who We’re Looking For The successful candidate will: • Have previous experience in school administration or finance support • Demonstrate strong organisational and time-management skills • Be confident using MIS and finance systems • Have knowledge of school compliance requirements (desirable) • Show discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information • Communicate effectively with staff, parents and external partners Experience working within a primary school setting would be advantageous. What’s On Offer • A stable and respected London primary school environment • Competitive inner-London salary • Supportive leadership and structured systems • Professional development opportunities • A varied and rewarding role at the centre of school operations This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator seeking a broad operational role within a well-managed Haringey primary school.