Finance Assistant

The role

New Collaborative Learning Trust is seeking a Finance Assistant to provide essential support to the finance operations across all of our academies.

You will become part of a dynamic shared services team that supports the operations of all of the schools and colleges within our Trust, including finance, health and safety, estates and MIS.

In this role, you will work closely with the Student Bursary team, assessing bursary fund and free meal applications and liaising with students, their next of kin and college staff to ensure students receive the support they need. You will also set up, monitor and reconcile student trip and sale accounts, prepare and check monthly payments to suppliers and communicate with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff, students, suppliers, and auditors, regarding financial matters.

We are also open to a part-time, job-share arrangement. Please state your preference in your application.

About you

The successful candidate will need a patient and understanding telephone manner for handling sensitive conversations, excellent accuracy and attention to detail, and a good level of IT proficiency, including a familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Word. Experience using computerised administration systems, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage your time effectively are also essential.

Working at NCLT:

At New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), we believe every role, whether in the classroom or supporting behind the scenes, plays a vital part in shaping young people’s futures. As a values-driven and inclusive organisation, you’ll join a team where 96% of staff feel a shared sense of purpose and pride in their work. We offer a supportive, forward-thinking environment with flexible working, strong wellbeing initiatives, and high-quality professional development for all staff. Whether you’re an educator or a member of our wider support team, you’ll be empowered, recognised, and encouraged to grow your career with us.

Please explore our Employer of Choice page to learn more: https://nclt.ac.uk/employer-of-choice/

Our benefits include:

·       Teachers’ Pension Scheme / Local Government Pension Scheme

·       Flexible working and special leave policies

·       Lieu days and annual wellbeing day

·       Funded CPD and professional development opportunities

·       Strong track record of internal promotion

·       Access to wellbeing support and occupational health services

·       Cycle to Work Scheme and technology purchase scheme

·       Modern, well-equipped working environments

·       Free on-site parking

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is 9am, Thursday 19th February 2026.

NCLT has a commitment to safeguarding students and the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS. We value diversity and actively promote equality of opportunity. As a Disability Confident Leader, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.