Finance Assistance - 1 Year Fixed Contract - Ilford County High School

Redbridge London Borough Council; Ilford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilford County High School is seeking a Finance Assistant on a 1 year fixed contract. The role supports the school’s finance team with day-to-day financial management, invoicing, payments and month-end tasks after joining in January 2027. This is a full-time, term-time role based at Ilford County High School in Barkingside, IG6 2JB.

Applicants with prior school finance experience are welcome, though not essential. The closing date is 2 November 2026, with interviews the following week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a school environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in day-to-day financial management of the school
• Support invoicing, payments and petty cash processes
• Support month-end and reporting tasks as required

Job description

Finance Assistance - 1 Year Fixed Contract - Ilford County High School

Reference SB 707142

Category School Support (non-teaching)

Location Ilford County High School, Fremantle Road, Barkingside, IG6 2JB

Job Type Temporary

Job Hours Full-time

Job hours notes 1 year fixed, Term Time Only

Description

We are seeking to appoint a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our Finance Team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a supportive and forward-thinking school, where you will play an important role in the day-to-day financial management of the organisation. The successful candidate will use their numerical and administrative skills to help maintain efficient financial processes that support the education and wellbeing of our students.

Ilford County High School is committed to the personal growth and academic excellence for all pupils. High expectations are driven through our values Integrity, Courtesy, Hard Work & Success. The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and forward thinking admin team.

Previous experience working in a school environment would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Closing Date: Monday 2nd November 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 9th November 2026

Required: January 2027