Finance & Trips Admin Assistant at Sharnbrook Academy

The Martin Bacon Academy; Bedford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Trust is seeking a Finance & Trips Admin Assistant to join its Core Finance team. The role offers an opportunity to learn on the job and gain an AAT qualification at level 3 or 4, while contributing to finance operations for a growing academy group.

The ideal candidate will have GCSE or equivalent education, some finance exposure, and a solid grasp of Excel and Word. You will be a team player with strong detail orientation and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the finance operations of the Meridian Trust Core Finance team.
• Support trips administration as required.
• Gain an accredited qualification with the AAT at level 3 or 4.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

A Level / AAT Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About this Role

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 avalues-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of thehighest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on itscommitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart oflocal communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and specialschools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire andNorthamptonshire.

Meridian Trust offers awealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which arehighlighted 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 ofbenefits, 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.