Finance Officer

Furze Down School, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, MK18 3BL

14 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  26 June 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  12 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £26,522.00 - £28,742.00 Annually (FTE)

Finance Officer job summary

Furze Down is an outstanding special school based across two sites in Winslow and Buckingham. We provide education for 220 pupils aged 4-19 with communication and interaction differences. We are incredibly proud of our nurturing, inclusive environment, where our multi-disciplinary teams place pupils and families at the heart of everything we do.

Our vision is “to promote our inclusive philosophy, so all thrive and flourish.” We value personal responsibility and respect, fostering an ethos where every individual’s views, beliefs and differences are recognised and celebrated.

Due to school expansion, we are looking for an organised and detail‑focused Finance Officer to support the smooth running of our finance function.

Why Join Furze Down?

• A warm, inclusive and highly supportive school community.
• The opportunity to work alongside inspiring children and young people and make a meaningful difference.
• A strong, multidisciplinary team working collaboratively in the best interests of pupils and their families.
• Access to extensive, personalised professional development for all staff.
• Opportunities to develop skills, gain qualifications and explore clear career pathways.
• A positive culture that values wellbeing, mutual respect and professional trust
• Our work is underpinned by our values:
• -Respect for Self
  - Respect for Others
  - Respect for Learning
  - Respect for the Environment
  - Respect for Actions

About the role

As a finance officer you will:

Process transactions, journals and invoices using the school’s FMS system

Support purchasing, including raising orders, applying ‘best value’ principles and liaising with suppliers

Administer ParentPay accounts and manage income queries and reconciliations

Complete bank and purchase card reconciliations

Maintain accurate financial records and provide reports to support budget monitoring

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking individuals who are:

Experienced in a finance or administrative role, including processing transactions and maintaining financial records

Have strong numerical skills, excellent attention to detail and confident use of IT/Excel

Professional, reliable and able to prioritise workload independently

Have GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths

Experienced in school finance, ParentPay or FMS (desirable but not essential)

Safeguarding and Equality

Furze Down School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, references and Fit4Work clearance.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across the school.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.  To arrange a visit please contact the school on 01296 711380 or recruitment@furzedownschool.org.uk

We reserve the right to close this position earlier should sufficient applications be received before the advertised closing date. We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Furze Down School

• School type: Special school, ages 4 to 19
• School size: 219 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 19
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Furze Down School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/furze-down-school

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