Part-Time School Finance Assistant (Term-Time)

Bond Recruitment; Telford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Bond Recruitment is seeking a Finance Assistant for a secondary school in Telford, working 25 hours per weekDuring term time plus 3 weeks with a Monday–Friday pattern. The role supports the finance function across the school trust, ensuring accurate finance processes and records.

The ideal candidate will have finance or bookkeeping experience, strong numerical skills and solid administrative abilities, with an emphasis on confidentiality and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance, accounts or bookkeeping role.
• Good numerical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Good communication with colleagues and suppliers.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of confidentiality and financial procedures.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders, invoices, expense claims and credit card transactions accurately and timely.
• Maintain accurate financial records with proper authorisation and documentation.
• Liaise with staff and suppliers to resolve queries on orders, invoices and payments.
• Assist with supplier account management, budget monitoring and financial reporting.
• Support income processing, refunds, bank reconciliations and administration of outstanding payments.
• Assist with month-end procedures and preparation of financial information for audits.
• Ensure records comply with Trust policies, regulations and DfE requirements.
• Provide general admin support to the finance team and assist with cover across Trust schools.

Skills

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Time management

Confidentiality awareness

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bond Recruitment is seeking a Finance Assistant for a secondary school in Telford, working 25 hours per weekDuring term time plus 3 weeks with a Monday–Friday pattern. The role supports the finance function across the school trust, ensuring accurate finance processes and records.

The ideal candidate will have finance or bookkeeping experience, strong numerical skills and solid administrative abilities, with an emphasis on confidentiality and regulatory compliance.