Accounts and Purchasing Clerk

National Horseracing College (NHC); Doncaster; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

Life Assurance (2x salary)

Holiday entitlement 25 days pro-rata +

Job summary

The National Horseracing College, located near Doncaster, seeks an Accounts and Purchasing Clerk to join a small, dedicated finance team. The role supports the Finance Director and Accounts Clerk, handling supplier communications, ordering supplies, and managing facilities hire and the college shop.

Applicants should have SAGE experience, a basic accounting knowledge, and ideally an AAT Level 2 or be prepared to work toward it, with strong ICT skills and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have experience of working with the SAGE computer accounts package / software, and of working in an accounts department in a similar role.
• They must have the ability to deal with suppliers on the telephone, with a knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures.
• An AAT Level 2 Certificate in accounting or be prepared to work towards and achieve it.
• They must have good ICT skills, to include the ability to produce and amend word processing and spreadsheet documents.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Director and Accounts Clerk contributing to the efficient operation of our financial systems.
• They will also be responsible for ordering supplies and equipment as necessary, as well as administering the equine facilities hire and running the college shop.

Education

AAT Level 2 Certificate in accounting

Tools

SAGE

Excel

Job description

Accounts and Purchasing Clerk

£17,734.08 | 24 hours per week

The National Horseracing College seeks to employ an Accounts and Purchasing Clerk to join its enthusiastic, vibrant, and hardworking team. As one of only two specialist horse racing colleges in the UK, this third sector provider delivers training for people in both racing and other equine industries. Located in the scenic grounds of a private estate near Doncaster, it achieved Ofsted Grade 2 for overall effectiveness and Grade 1 for both Behaviour and Attitudes and Personal Development in December 2022.

The Accounts and Purchasing Clerk will provide support to the Finance Director and Accounts Clerk contributing to the efficient operation of our financial systems. They will also be responsible for ordering supplies and equipment as necessary, as well as administering the equine facilities hire and running the college shop.

Applicants must have experience of working with the SAGE computer accounts package / software, and of working in an accounts department in a similar role. They must have the ability to deal with suppliers on the telephone, with a knowledge of basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures. An AAT Level 2 Certificate in accounting or be prepared to work towards and achieve it. They must have good ICT skills, to include the ability to produce and amend word processing and spreadsheet documents. They should be highly motivated, an excellent communicator and be able to work as part of a team.

The hours are 24 per week. We are happy to have a conversation around how they are worked (what days).

The salary is £17,734.08 per annum with a contributory pension scheme. An initial holiday entitlement of 25 days (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays, which increases incrementally, and Life Assurance (2x salary).

Working for the NHC provides significant benefits compared to regular schools, colleges and other settings.

You can progress your career with us. We care about our people. Investing in staff development, regularly providing internal CPD training as well as paying for external courses so that we can all develop our skills and careers.

It’s a wonderful environment to work in. The NHC is well known within racing for being welcoming and friendly. Staff have a clarity of purpose and a sense of togetherness that shines through and fits the beautiful surroundings of Rossington Hall.

You won’t be micromanaged. Our leadership understand that professionals want clear direction, while being trusted to carry out their duties effectively. Working at the NHC provides that feeling you get from the best managers, that you are trusted and supported.

Workloads are reasonable. We strive for a healthy work-life balance, and we don’t expect you to take work home. If you do have a busy period, paid overtime or time in lieu can be agreed with your Line Manager.

As part of the recruitment process, we will need to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service for the successful candidate.

The College meets equality and diversity, health and safety and safeguarding children and young people requirements.

Closing date for applications: 15th of October 2026