Finance Assistant

Grade 4, £21,189 per annum (actual salary £19,625) (NJC pay award pending)

Term-time plus 3 weeks (worked across the school year)

37 hours per week (potential for flexible/hybrid working)

The Hart School is seeking to appoint an experienced Finance Assistant who can support the Finance Team in the administration of all financial aspects of the school.

Duties will include assisting the Finance Manager in keeping accurate financial records, inputting financial information, use of various financial systems as well as dealing with day-to-day queries from staff, parents and external third parties.

An ideal post for someone looking to move into the area of Finance administration, or someone looking to gain Finance qualifications to further their career. We are keen to grow staff and focus on their development through gained experience and continued professional development.

You must have first-rate administrative and ICT skills and the ability to work under pressure, whilst meeting deadlines and most importantly, maintain accuracy. You should be passionate about being involved in the growth of students and the school team.

Our School

The Hart School an oversubscribed school that is situated in a pleasant residential area on the edge of Cannock Chase. We offer a stimulating environment that enables every learner to progress and flourish.

Our aims are clear: we want to enable every student ‘to be the best that they can be’, to thrive and meet or exceed their potential and to develop an enjoyment and passion for learning.  We are a community school and proud of our Ofsted Good status. 

Employee benefits

We are committed to providing staff with high quality professional development. We hold regular training to develop the skills and knowledge needed by staff in their current role or look towards the next step in their career. The induction of new staff is important and we have a tailored programmes to meet individual needs.  In addition to the opportunities for career progression, training and development, we also offer a competitive rewards and benefits package. 

Our employees have access to:

• Vivup employee benefits platform that brings employee benefits, discounts, and wellbeing and staff recognition 
• Employee Assistance Scheme provided by Health Assured - unlimited access to advice, information and face to face counselling support on a range of issues including emotional, personal, legal and financial or relationship issues for yourself and those living within your household 
• Bike2Work Scheme- where you can save up to 42% on the cost of bicycles and/or equipment 
• Home Use Programme- you get a licensed copy of Microsoft Office 360 to install and use on your home computer and up to six devices for free.

Contact us

Applications are via our online recruitment portal – please follow the link to apply.

If you have any questions about the post, please contact Claire Bradley, HR Manager, at claire.bradley@hartschool.org.uk 

Closing date: Sunday 26 November 2023

Interviews: tbc

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

The Hart School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will have to undertake relevant safeguarding checks.