Finance Assistant
St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy, Bedlington, Northumberland, NE22 6EDThis job expired on 21 July 2025 – see similar jobs
Job start date
7 July 2025
Closing date
21 July 2025 at 5pm
Date listed
7 July 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £25,584 - £26,409 (pay award pending)
Finance Assistant job summary
Finance Assistant
Required September 2025
• Grade: BB04 (Salary Point 7-9)
• Actual Salary: £25,584 - £26,409 (pay award pending)
• Working pattern: 37 hours per week
We are looking to appoint a highly organised, detail-oriented, enthusiastic Finance Assistant to provide a comprehensive, efficient and effective financial management service to our school. This is an all year round role however, term-time plus additional days may be considered for the right candidate.
As our Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the school. Working closely with the School Business Manager, you will ensure that financial records are accurate, timely, and compliant with school policies and procedures. Your key responsibilities will include, processing invoices, purchase orders and payments; managing petty cash, banking and reconciliations; liaising with suppliers, staff and external agencies; supporting budget monitoring and reporting. You will also be required to support with general administrative duties when required.
We are looking for someone with experience of working in a finance or administrative role, with strong numeracy skills and attention to detail. Experience in a school setting and knowledge of systems such as Arbor or PS Financials is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.
St Benet Biscop is a popular and oversubscribed school which is highly regarded within the community and we offer a high-quality education in a Catholic / Christian environment. St Benet Biscop is part of the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust, the trust consists of 39 schools, and you will liaise with the central finance team at the trust on a daily basis in relation to financial matters at St Benet Biscop; you will be an essential member of the wider trust community.
This is an exciting time to join St Benet Biscop. It is a great place to work and provides excellent job satisfaction. It is a very happy school with an open, supportive and positive working environment. In our recent Ofsted inspection, in January 2023, we were graded as “good” in all areas. Ofsted highlighted:
• “There is a strong sense of community at St Benet Biscop.”
• “Pupils get along well with each other and with the staff.”
• “Lessons proceed calmly, and pupils engage well with their learning.”
• “Staff say senior leaders consider their workload and listen to their views.”
• “Staff at the school have a good understanding of safeguarding because they are well trained.”
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone to join our school community and we are looking for an energetic and passionate individual, with excellent organisational and interpersonal skills who will impact positively in this role. Applicants should clearly indicate in their supporting statement what they could bring to this role in terms of experience.
An excellent benefits package is offered including the following:
• A competitive salary
• 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 29 days’ annual leave after 5 years’ service
• Access to training and support
• Enhanced sick pay of up to 26 weeks full pay (after qualifying period)
• Eligible to be part of the Local Government pension scheme (current employer contribution rate of 18.1%).
• Family friendly BBCET policies and practices that promote health and wellbeing
• Access to car lease, bike to work and local travel pass salary sacrifice scheme
If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role or a tour of the school prior to applying, please contact the school's HR department.
Applications from all denominations are welcome.
Closing date for applications: by 5pm Monday 21 July 2025
We encourage all interested applicants to submit their applications promptly as we reserve the right to appoint in advance of the closing date.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service and additional recruitment checks.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure and Barring Service and additional recruitment checks.
About St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy
- School type
- Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1056 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy website
St Benet Biscop Catholic Academy
Bedlington, Northumberland
Headteacher: Mr K Shepherd NOR: 1110
St Benet Biscop is a popular and oversubscribed school which is highly regarded within the community and we offer a high-quality education in a Catholic / Christian environment. St Benet Biscop is part of the Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust.
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