Assistant SEND Finance Officer

Isle of Wight Council; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in England is seeking an Assistant Finance Officer to support SEND-related budgets and ensure effective service delivery for children with SEND. The ideal candidate will have a background in finance, be organized, and possess strong communication skills. This position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Annual leave of 32 days plus public holidays

Local Government pension scheme

Discounted Solent ferry travel

Island bus network discount

Cycle to work scheme

Staff parking permit scheme

Discounted gym membership

National and local discounts

Relocation scheme up to £8,000

Travel allowance for commuting

Qualifications

• Experienced in finance, accountancy, or business management.
• Confident in managing budgets, preparing reports, and using finance systems.
• Highly organised, accurate, and able to meet deadlines.
• A clear communicator who can explain finance to non‑finance colleagues.
• Motivated to support services that give children the best start in life.

Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Leadership Team and SEND Finance Officer to manage all SEND-related budgets and expenditures.
• Ensure procurement of services and packages is appropriate and cost‑effective.
• Monitor and control spending, including bulk purchasing of placements and services.
• Oversee contracts for SEND services, ensuring they are managed throughout their lifecycle.
• Ensure services meet the needs of children and young people with SEND.

Skills

Finance experience

Budget management

Report preparation

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

37 hours per week. Closing date for applications is Monday 1st December at 12pm noon.

Do you have a head for figures and a heart for making a difference?

We are looking for a skilled Assistant Finance Officer to join the SEND Finance team, helping us to make sure every pound of funding delivers the best possible start in life for SEND children across the Isle of Wight.

What will you be doing?

• Support the Senior Leadership Team and SEND Finance Officer to manage all SEND-related budgets and expenditures.
• Ensure procurement of services and packages is appropriate and cost‑effective.
• Monitor and control spending, including bulk purchasing of placements and services.
• Oversee contracts for SEND services, ensuring they are managed throughout their lifecycle.
• Ensure services meet the needs of children and young people with SEND.

About you

• Experienced in finance, accountancy, or business management.
• Confident in managing budgets, preparing reports, and using finance systems.
• Highly organised, accurate, and able to meet deadlines.
• A clear communicator who can explain finance to non‑finance colleagues.
• Motivated to support services that give children the best start in life.

For further information or an informal discussion, please contact Lorraine Bower at [e-mail]

Benefits

• Annual leave entitlement of 32 days per annum plus public holidays!
• Local Government pension scheme.
• Discounted Solent ferry travel.
• Island bus network discount.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Staff parking permit scheme.
• Discounted island sports & leisure gym membership.
• National and local discounts & benefits schemes.
• Relocation scheme of up to £8,000 may be available for some roles (subject to criteria).
• Travel allowance may be available if commuting from the mainland (subject to criteria).