Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Contract type : Permanent

Hours : 25 hours per week, Monday - Friday 9.00am - 2.30pm (with 30 mins unpaid lunch break) Weeks : 200 days per year (38 weeks term time, plus an additional 10 days to be worked in school holidays) Holiday : Pro rata entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays taken during periods of school closure Salary : Orbis pay scale 12-16 (£27,476 - £29,273) FTE, actual pro rata salary £16,530.39 to £17,611.52 per annum including paid holiday entitlement. Pension : Generous local government pension scheme from day 1 of employment We are seeking a positive, proactive and confident person to join our finance team. Applicants should be organised, self-confident and possess excellent communication, interpersonal and IT skills along with the ability to multitask. You will have a good finance administration background and be confident in acting as a first point of contact for finance queries. We are especially keen to interview candidates with experience in Finance and skills using Microsoft Excel and Finance Software systems. This is more than just a job, it's a chance to be part of a school where ethical leadership shapes every decision. We genuinely value our staff, treat everyone with respect, and offer a diverse range of opportunities built on professional trust. You'll be supported to grow, encouraged to bring your ideas forward, and given the autonomy to do your job well. If you're ready to bring your finance expertise to a team that will value and invest in you, we'd love to hear from you. To apply for this role, please visit https://mynewterm.com/jobs/138932/EDV-2026-OET-12974

Closing date for applications is at 9.00am on Wednesday, 14 October 2026. Provisional interview dates 19 and /or 21 October 2026. If this role attracts sufficient interest before closing date, we may decide to interview this vacancy at an earlier date, so an early application is advised. If you want more info about the role, please contact us at recruiment@orbismat.com or 01536 513063. We recognise that candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools when preparing their application. The Trust does not prohibit the use of AI; however, any use must be appropriate and must not undermine the principles of safer recruitment, as set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (Part 3). Applications must be an honest and accurate reflection of your own experience, skills, values, and suitability to work with children and young people. Our recruitment processes are designed to assess personal suitability, integrity, and safeguarding understanding. Any inconsistencies between application information, references, and interview responses may be explored further. Providing misleading or misrepresented information may result in an application being withdrawn or an offer of employment being rescinded. Orbis Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance and appropriate checks in line with KCSIE and safer recruitment guidelines. The school is committed to Equal Opportunities in Employment.