Senior Finance Assistant

St Peter's School; England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

St Peter's School in England is seeking a Senior Finance Assistant to join the Finance Team for 30 hours per week during term time, with up to 5 additional days in the summer break. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Manager and School Business Manager to manage ledgers, petty cash and banking activities.

The role requires meticulous record-keeping and adherence to ESFA financial regulations. The interview date is to be confirmed, and CVs are not accepted as applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager and SBM with purchase and sales ledgers, petty cash and bank accounts.
• Ensure deadlines are met and academy financial procedures are adhered to, in line with ESFA regulations.

Job description

Senior Finance Assistant – 30 hours a week, term time (plus 5 days only if required during summer holiday)

St Peter's is a very successful and oversubscribed School. We are a caring community with resolute focus on delivering outstanding teaching and learning.

The School seeks to appoint an outstanding Senior Finance Assistant wanting to join a supportive and committed team.

St Peter's is an 'all through school' that was designated GOOD by Ofsted in September 2023. It is delightfully situated on the Dorset Coast with ready access to the New Forest, both areas rich with opportunities for outdoor pursuits.

Interview date to be confirmed.

Further details and application forms are available on the school website:

Please be advised CV’s are not accepted as a form of application.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

An online check will be conducted for candidates shortlisted to check their suitability to work with children (KCSIE 2026).

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility at St Peter’s School regardless of role or position.

Key PurposeWorking with the Finance Team to support the Finance Manager (FM) and School Business Manager (SBM) by facilitating all aspects of the purchase and sales ledgers, petty cash and bank accounts. Ensure that deadlines are met and Academy financial procedures are adhered to, in line with the regulations set by the ESFA.