About the job

Key information

We are looking for an Education Finance Officer to join our Central Team. This is a very exciting time to join the Polden Bower & Avalon School Federation, working in partnership with The Bridge School, Sedgemoor.

Minimum 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, working All Year Round (AYR). AYR contracts have an annual leave allowance of 28 days, a proportion of which may be taken during term-time.

Contract to commence as soon as possible.

Salary range dependent on experience: Grade 12 – £26,421 to £29,777 (37h/w AYR, pay award pending).

The role involves working in a team based at Polden Bower School, responsible for the financial operations of all schools within the Partnership. Travel between various sites may also be required. You will be responsible for day-to-day finance administration including procurement and debtor control, as well as reconciliation and financial reporting for budget holders and Governors etc, to support the Executive Finance Officer in the financial management of all schools within the Partnership.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

You must:

• Be motivated, organised, reliable and approachable.
• Have a high level of numeracy, literacy and administrative skills.
• Have a background of working in (or in support of) education finance and ideally with experience of working with SIMS .Net Personnel, SIMS FMS, Access Education Finance (HCSS) and Microsoft 365. Knowledge of Arbor Payments and/or ParentPay may also be beneficial.
• Be able to communicate effectively with colleagues, suppliers, families, multi agencies etc.
• Have a Team-centred work ethic.
• Be able to work with a high degree of sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Be committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.
• Be committed to your own professional development.

What is in it for me?

In return we will provide:

• A skilled and experienced professional team within which to work.
• A commitment to your professional development.
• A commitment to high quality induction and performance management.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Subsidised Bower Café prices.
• Free Staff Swimming sessions.
• Free Staff Wellbeing services.
• Somerset Council My Staff Shop Benefits.
• Free Staff Car Park.

DBS check

Polden Bower School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This appointment will be subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, medical clearance, proof of the right to work in the UK and satisfactory references.

Supporting documents and information

Please contact Ali Sanders should you need any further information. We welcome enquiries and encourage visits to the school prior to application.

Interviews will take place on: Friday 15 November 2024.

Polden Bower School, Bower Lane, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4GU

Tel: 01278 496386 Email: hr@poldenbower.org.uk

Age range: 4-19

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