Finance Assistant

FINANCE ASSISTANT

1-year Fixed Term contract initially

Salary Scale 4 Point 7-11  £20,444 - £22,129 p.a. (pro rata £14,988.52 – £16,223.88) 

8am – 3pm (30 hrs per week, Term Time only)

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to work closely within the Trust’s Finance Team to provide professional financial and general administrative support to ensure that the best value services and procurement are provided to the school for the benefit of our learners. 

We are looking for an adaptable, flexible and organised individual able to cope in a busy environment and deal with constantly changing priorities. 

What we offer: 

• The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.  

• Good opportunities for personal and career development.  

• Local Government Pension Scheme. 

The successful candidate will have: 

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above. 

• Previous financial administration experience, either in school or business.

• A high level of communication skills and the ability to relate positively to children and adults. 

• Knowledge of financial software package and experience of working with other packages.

• Be a team player, who is also happy to work under their own initiative. 

• A high level of confidentiality.

• The ability to work independently, use their initiative to resolve issues but also work collaboratively as part of a team. 

The role is 12 months initially with an extension beyond a very strong possibility. Part time candidates and flexible working arrangements will be considered.  The successful candidate would work across and within each school within the trust.

To apply please refer to the job description on the school’s website www.claremont-high.org.uk and www.sudburyprimary.co.uk

1. Complete the school’s application form.

2. Submit a written personal statement (not more than 2 sides of A4) detailing how your experience, qualifications and skills meet the requirements of this role.  

Please send applications by email to:  

Daxa Panchal     (PA to Executive Headteacher)

Email:        daxa.panchal@claremont-high.org.uk / admin@claremont-high.org.uk 

Closing Date:   12.00 noon, Monday 6th June 2022 

Chrysalis Multi Academy Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer. We comply fully with the ethos of safer recruitment and undertake all relevant checks, including enhanced DBS clearance. We reserve the right to appoint a suitable candidate prior to the deadline