Finance Manager
Townley Grammar School
Bexley
- £31,731 - £37,551 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- BEX9-11 - depending on experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 10 February 2023
Job overview
36 Hours per Week, All Year Round
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an oversubscribed grammar school situated on the London Kent border, with easy access to both central London and the wonderful Kent countryside.
About Us
Townley Grammar School is a multicultural, academically selective, and socially responsible girls’ state secondary school, with a co-educational Sixth Form. We are exceptionally proud of our students; they achieve the highest academic standards whilst also benefitting from excellent pastoral care. Townley is a fabulous place to work, and the students here make it a joy to come to work each day.
Our staff expertise is integral to delivering a high-quality educational experience for our students. Education should inspire students to value learning for its own sake; Townley students learn in a stimulating environment where teachers understand how to challenge and where the range of cocurricular opportunities is vast and varied, Townley provides a purposeful work environment, and we seek to recruit and retain dynamic and inspirational staff that share in our vision and commitment.
Main Areas of Responsibility
Please see: Job Description & Person Specification
Qualifications, Experience & Attributes
We are seeking to appoint an exceptional, enthusiastic, and committed Finance Manager who thrives on hard work and enjoys a challenging but rewarding role. You will operate a comprehensive financial support service to the Headteacher and staff within the Academy Trust, and to process financial transactions in adherence to the Trust’s Financial Regulations and Scheme of Delegation.
You must be able to remain calm under pressure, show initiative, great attention to detail and maintain confidentiality with understanding of GDPR. Candidates must be team players, willing to go the extra mile and must demonstrate a pleasant and professional approach in dealing with students, staff, parents and visitors.
For further information, please see: Job Description & Person Specification
Professional Development
We provide a full and robust induction programme for all new members of staff, as part of the school’s Staff Development Programme. Townley Grammar School is committed to the wellbeing and happiness of staff.
Application Process
To Apply: please complete our Recruitment Form
Closing Date for Applications: 12 noon on Friday 10th February 2023
We encourage applicants to apply early as the school reserves the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate.
Interviews: Week beginning 20th February 2023
Queries and Further Information: recruitment@townleygrammar.org.uk
The school is committed to safeguarding children and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Our commitment to safeguarding is underpinned by robust processes and checks.
Attached documents
About Townley Grammar School
Who we are
Townley Grammar School is one of the selective schools in the Bexley London Borough. The school, which was founded in 1937, has over the years established a tradition of academic excellence and is a lively, caring community of which we are justly proud. At Townley education is a creative process. We have a learning community which encourages academic, emotional and physical confidence. Our students are inspirational learners who have the courage to take risks and the wisdom to learn from their mistakes.
Our reputation is built on the dignity, responsibility and self esteem of all members of our community. Townley students develop the qualities of Confidence, Resilience, Courage, Compassion, Integrity, Spirit, Social conscience and the ability to inspire.
We work to fulfil individual potential through providing outstanding teaching, rich opportunities for learning, and encouragement and support for each student.
The School is situated very close to Bexleyheath Town Centre and is well served by Public Transport, being on several bus routes. There is also convenient access from Bexley and Bexleyheath Stations.
Working for us
Excellent CPD & Outstanding Teacher Programme Childcare Voucher Scheme
Use of School Gym facilities Family Friendly Policies Reduced Rate for Facilities Hire
Pension Scheme
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