Finance Assistant

UWC Atlantic is at the heart of a powerful global movement and at the vanguard of progressive education worldwide.  We are proud to be a part of the UWC family of 18 schools and colleges worldwide – and for our courage to champion the values, ideas and aspirations in which we all believe.  We are driven by the UWC mission to make education a force to unite people, nations and cultures for peace and a sustainable future.  It drives everything we do.

We continue to embrace the spirit of those pioneers who not only created the College in Wales in 1962 and launched the UWC movement in 1967 but who also co-created the International Baccalaureate Diploma programme, in collaboration with the International School of Geneva (Ecolint) and UN International School in New York (UNIS).

Our multicultural student body, from over 90 countries every year, comprises young people from vastly differing political, religious, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.  They are selected to attend UWC Atlantic based on their demonstrated promise and potential, to make a difference in the fields of sustainability, social justice and peace.  These inspirational young people are the next generation of change makers, empowered to go on to careers and lives that create impact locally, nationally and globally.

We are seeking to appoint a Finance Assistant to join a small, very busy finance department that supports the day to day running of the college. The role will be responsible for the processing of information ensuring invoices and report requests are posted accurately, to the correct department and completed within deadlines ensuring that the department runs efficiently.

You will also play a role in the future development of the team continually improving tasks and processes. Previous experience of working within a finance or office environment is highly desirable. Experience of data entry and attention to detail is essential. You must be able to multi-task with good organisational skills, have good communication skills and the ability to build good working relationships with work colleagues, contractors, suppliers and the wider college community.

For all information and an application form please go to our website at: https://www.atlanticcollege.org/about-us/careers/current-vacancies

Completed application forms should be emailed to: hr@atlanticcollege.org

Closing date for receipt of applications:   Wednesday 10 March 2021 at midnight

The interview process will be held on: Wednesday 24 March 2021

Please note that we do not accept CV’s, and due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, the selection process will be undertaken virtually.

UWCA has a responsibility to prevent illegal working and will conduct the necessary right to work checks before employment begins following Home Office guidance. Successful candidates will be asked to produce original documents demonstrating an ability to live and work in the UK before their employment commences. UWCA holds a UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) sponsorship licence and may be able to offer a certificate of sponsorship to preferred candidates to allow them to apply for a visa to work at UWCA. This UKVI tool allows candidates to check if a visa is required: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa Candidates who may require a visa to work at UWCA are encouraged to discuss their immigration status with UWCA to establish if the role they are applying for is capable of sponsorship.

UWC Atlantic is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. 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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