Finance Assistant

ALL SAINTS; Halstead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A small Multi Academy Trust is looking for a dedicated administrative team member to support operations across two friendly schools in Halstead and Feering. The role requires experience in a fast-paced environment, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail. Candidates should be enthusiastic about contributing to school business management and can work independently or collaboratively. This position offers part-time hours, term time only, and the possibility of an apprenticeship for further study.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced office environment.
• Interest in School Business Management.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Support the team in various administrative tasks.
• Work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Engage with students and staff positively.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Tools

PS Financials accounting system

Job description

• Ideally, have experience of working in a fast-paced office environment and have used a computerised finance system. Knowledge of the PS Financials accounting system would be an advantage, however training will be given.
• Be calm, with a professional and confident manner and enthusiasm to support the team. Be keen to progress and have a future interest in School Business Management.
• Be organised, and demonstrate high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, have strong communication skills and enjoy working collaboratively with others.
• Be able to work on own initiative with the ability to work under pressure and prioritise tasks to meet the deadlines associated with the role and open to learn to take direction from others.
  2 days a week 15 hours (8.30am - 4.30pm) working at either St. Andrew's in Halstead or Feering Primary School initially for 2 days per week.
• 38 weeks per year (Term time only) - to start as soon as possible. We are a small Multi Academy Trust consisting of two very friendly schools and appointments are made to allow working across both schools wherever possible. We would be open to this being an apprenticeship post if further study in the area interests you.