Finance & Trips Admin Assistant

Sharnbrook Academy; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities

IT equipment and professional training

On-site parking

Pension scheme

Healthcare support

Cycle to work

Job summary

Meridian Trust is inviting applications for a Finance & Trips Admin Assistant. You will assist with the finance operations of the Meridian Trust Core Finance team while gaining an accredited qualification with the AAT at level 3 or 4.

The role offers 37 hours per week across 39 weeks per year (term-time only) and provides a chance to learn on the job within one of the country’s highest performing academy groups.

Qualifications

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent for level 3 or A Level/AAT Level 3 or equivalent for level 4.
• Some previous experience in Finance is helpful but not essential.
• Good understanding of Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the finance operations of the Meridian Trust Core Finance team.
• Support with trips administration and related processes.
• Learn on the job and work toward an AAT qualification at level 3 or 4.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Team player

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

A Level / AAT Level 3 or equivalent for Level 4

Job description

Vacancy for Finance & Trips Admin Assistant

Salary: Meridian Trust Support, Grade 5. Points 5

Hours of work: 37 per week, 39 weeks per year (TTT - term time only)

We have an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team as Finance & Trips Admin Assistant. Working as part of a dedicated team to assist with the finance operations of the Meridian Trust Core Finance team, while simultaneously gaining an accredited qualification with the AAT at level 3 or 4. We are looking for an adaptable and motivated individual with a willingness to learn new things!

The Opportunity

• A great chance to work with a strong, fun enthusiastic team.
• To simultaneously learn valuable on-the-job skills and gain an accredited qualification.
• To gain valuable experience working with one of the highest performing academy groups in the country.

The ideal candidate

• Be educated to GCSE level or equivalent for level 3 or A Level/AAT Level 3 or equivalent for level 4.
• Some previous experience of working in Finance would be beneficial but not essential.
• Have a good understanding of Microsoft products including excel and word.
• Be a team player, with a ‘can do’ solution focused attitude.
• Have a strong attention to detail and accuracy.

About Meridian Trust -

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

Closing date for applications: 31/08/2026

Interviews will be held on: W/C 07/09/2026

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.