Finance Assistant
Notre Dame School
Surrey
- £20,840 - £23,600 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- Pro rata
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 21 October 2021
Job overview
Notre Dame School is an outstanding independent school in Cobham which is constantly growing and looking to improve. An exciting opportunity has arisen for a strong candidate to join the Finance Department. This role is varied, and we are looking for an adaptable and resourceful individual able to work within the school's Financial Procedures whilst ensuring internal and external deadlines and audit requirements are met. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive financial and general administration support to the Finance Team.
What we offer:
- Role is term-time plus 4 weeks.
- The opportunity of working within a supportive, friendly environment in this well run and respected school.
- Contributory Pension Scheme.
- Free lunch during term time.
- Free use of the school's leisure and sporting facilities, including heated indoor pool.
- Free parking.
The right candidate will have:
- Good IT skills and confident in the use of Microsoft Office software including Word and Excel and Outlook
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, on the telephone and by email
- Be able to explain financial procedures clearly to non-financial people
- Strong attention to detail and produce work with a high level of accuracy
- Good organisational and workload management skills specifically with the ability to prioritise own work and reprioritise when necessary
- Able to work in an office environment that often demands high levels of concentration, while coping with frequent interruptions
- Integrity and understanding of care needed with sensitive information
- Able to manage high volume workload
- Able to analyse information
- Good problem solving ability
- An understanding of the importance of confidentiality
- Work as part of a team to resolve problems quickly and to support key functions
- Be enthusiastic and motivated to develop new skills while providing help and assistance to all areas of the school
- Knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g. Data Protection)
Find out more about this exciting opportunity by visiting our career page and school website.
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About Notre Dame School
Notre Dame is an independent Catholic School and is a Foundation of the Company of Mary Our Lady with an ethos shaped by the life and work of St Jeanne de Lestonnac. Our Students, aged from 2 to 18, are at the centre of everything we do. We have truly committed and dedicated staff, who will encourage each child to achieve their full potential, both academically and socially.
Set in 26 acres of beautiful parkland in Cobham, Notre Dame School is set in a picturesque 18th century mansion beside the River Mole. Despite the tranquil setting, Notre Dame School is a hive of activity, with over 600 children and teachers working hard in the important business of education. The school has an enviable reputation for the highest academic standards and a progressive, holistic, academic education that is underpinned by over 400 years of international educational tradition in 30 countries. Established in England in 1937, the school has always had the philosophy that the greatest success comes from knowing how to learn and how to ask the right questions; training pupils to take an active role in reaching and exceeding early expectations. From the vibrant Nursery to the exciting Sixth Form, tomorrow's professionals acquire the skills, knowledge and qualifications that give them the best possible start in life.
The school is filled with a strong sense of purpose, offering a wide-ranging and active education with facilities encompassing new science laboratories, music and drama studios, sports fields, indoor swimming pool, all weather floodlit sports pitches, sports hall, dedicated Sixth Form Centre, a forest school for the youngest pupils, and a fully equipped, West End quality theatre seating over 350.
What we offer:
* The School has high expectations of its staff, and therefore looks to reward them with a competitive salary scale and beneficial conditions of service
* There is an extensive induction programme for all new colleagues and ongoing professional development is encouraged
* Staff development programme
* Staff Wellbeing Program - wellbeing afternoon
* Financial contribution to eye tests and glasses for eligible staff
* Discount for Teachers Reward Card
* Employee Assistance Program - counselling, financial assistance etc.
* Childcare vouchers
* Staff discount on fees
* Free lunch during term time
* Free coffee/tea during term time
* Free use of the school's leisure and sporting facilities, including heated indoor pool
* Commute by school coaches during term time
* Free parking
* School nurse during term time
Notre Dame School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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