Finance Assistant (Willingdon Community School)

Job Overview

Finance Assistant – Part‑time, Term‑time only. 20 hours per week (5 hours per day, 4 days per week) for 39 weeks per year plus 3 weeks in school holidays, payable pro rata for 48.51 weeks per year. Fixed term: 12 months. Closing date: Monday 1 June 2026.

Actual pro‑rata salary range: £13,069–£13,277 per annum (pay award pending).

Key Responsibilities

• Support budget management, processing of income and expenditure.
• Prepare financial reports and reconciliations.
• Administer school payment systems and assist with statutory returns and audit requirements.
• Provide financial advice and support to the Head of Finance and Health & Safety.
• Deputise for the Head of Finance when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in finance administration, budget monitoring, reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Excellent IT skills including Microsoft 365 and financial management systems.
• Strong organisational and initiative‑driven skills.
• Recognised accounting qualification or experience within an educational setting desirable.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Calm and professional manner with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Clear purpose and supportive environment with regular opportunities for professional development.
• Full induction day and ongoing support.
• Benefits include Bupa Dental Plan, Mental Health First Aid qualification, Employee Assistance Programme via County Council (PAM Wellness).
• Annual flu vaccination provided by the school.
• Access to ESCC My Staff Shop and the Love 2 shop membership card.
• Bike scheme with salary sacrifice up to 32% savings.
• Free coffee machine, and invitations to school social events.
• Local business discounts.

Legal and Safeguarding

Willingdon Community School is committed to child protection and safeguarding, and all staff will be subject to safer recruitment procedures, satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an Enhanced DBS check.

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