About the role
We are looking for an experienced Finance Officer to join our friendly office team. The successful applicant will hold AAT / equivalent accreditation, or have significant experience in dealing with school finance. Excellent computer skills are essential, including Excel and Office 365. Ability to use RM Finance, Access Budgeting, Arbor Finance and SAP systems would be an advantage, but full training is offered.
The position is offered on a part time basis, 2 days per week, term-time only, with additional hours worked by agreement where needed.
Key responsibilities of the post include:
posting income and expenditure on to the school’s general account including monthly and year end procedures
management of the school’s fund account including month end and year end procedures
financial oversight of school income, including the nursery extended hours scheme & lunch club, breakfast club and after-school club
ensuring all money is banked and income records are maintained
contributing to school budget preparation and monitoring in conjunction with the headteacher and senior leaders
Please see full job description attached.
Salary range H5
Closing date: Friday 6th November 2026
Interview: 12th or 13th November 2026
Visits to the school are very welcome, please telephone the Headteacher or School Business Manager on 01438 359747 for an informal chat or to arrange an appointment.
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practice and appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
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