Finance Assistant

Bridgwater College Academy, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4QY

9 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  Anticipated start date: September 2026

• Closing date

  19 July 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  10 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Support Staff Pay Scale Band 4 point 5

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for a well-organised and detail-focused individual with experience in finance or administration. You will have a good understanding of basic accounting processes, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage your workload effectively. You should be able to work independently, use your initiative, and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing purchase orders, invoices, payments, and staff expenses
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Recording and reconciling income from trips, lettings, and other activities
• Supporting the management of bank accounts and petty cash
• Monitoring outstanding balances and assisting with debt recovery
• Liaising with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, and invoices
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems
• Responding to finance-related enquiries and providing general admin support

What the school offers its staff

What We Offer

• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Employee Reward platform including
• A welcoming and supportive working environment.
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the education of young people.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment.  Our mission is that all children achieve. This post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).  A comprehensive screening process will be undertaken on all applicants, which will include a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). 

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

Finance Assistant JD.pdf - 237 KB (opens in new tab)

About Bridgwater College Academy

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 3 to 16
• Education phase: All through school
• Size: 1561 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Bridgwater College Academy website
• Email address: recruitment@btc-trust.org
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/bridgwater-college-academy

Bridgwater College Academy is a mixed all-through Academy which combines both primary and secondary education for pupils aged 3 to 16. The academy, which is sponsored by Bridgwater and Taunton College, is located in Bridgwater, Somerset, England.

Arranging a visit to Bridgwater College Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@btc-trust.org.

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