Finance Officer - Salway Ash

Dorset Council UK; Bridport; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorset Council UK is looking for a Finance Officer for Salway Ash, a thriving school in West Dorset. The ideal candidate will oversee financial operations while engaging with staff and parents, contributing to a supportive school environment. This part-time role requires strong communication skills and proven experience in a school setting.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

High-quality professional development opportunities

Automatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working in a school is essential.
• Ability to engage effectively with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school’s finances and support the efficient office operation.
• Engage with staff, parents, and external agencies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-starter

Initiative

Professional approach

Education

Proven experience in a school setting

Job description

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Finance Officer Required - September 2025

Hours: 30 hours per week

Working Pattern: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, four days a week (specific days and work pattern to be agreed)

Contract: Term-time only

Salary: Dorset Grade 5, £24,790 - £25,584 pro rata for part-time (Hourly rate: £12.85 - £13.26) Pay award pending.

Salway Ash is a thriving and successful school set in the picturesque village of Salway Ash in West Dorset. We are seeking an enthusiastic and positive individual to join our busy school office team. As Finance Officer, you will oversee the school's finances and support the efficient operation of the office.

We are looking for a self-starter who can work independently and use their initiative. A professional approach is essential, along with a child centred ethos. Strong communication skills are required to effectively engage with children, staff, parents, and external agencies. Proven experience in a school setting is essential.

For a more detailed outline of the role, please refer to the person specification and job description attached to this advert.

The successful applicant will benefit from a supportive working environment and high-quality professional development opportunities. Automatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme applies to this role.

Our school combines modern and traditional buildings, creating an inspiring and dynamic learning environment.

We encourage visits to the school and welcome any questions about the role. Please call the school office on [phone] to speak with the Headteacher, Leif Overment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance and Sales

• Industries

  Government Administration

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