Finance Officer

Kingston Educational Trust, Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 5PE

21 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2026

• Closing date

  10 October 2025 at 1pm

• Date listed

  19 September 2025

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: £29,409.54 - £32,080.67 Annually (Actual) 40 hours per week, term time only plus 4 weeks

Finance Officer job summary

Kingston Educational Trust is an inclusive institution committed to excellence in teaching, learning, and student development. Our staff are our greatest asset, and we believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and collaborative working environment.

We are looking for a motivated individual with:

• We invite applications from candidates with the following attributes for this role:
• Previous experience working in a similar role;
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy;
• Good organisational and workload management skills;
• Good communication and interpersonal skills;
• The ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.;
• Proficiency in ICT.

There are many benefits to working at The Kingston Educational Trust including:

• Generous pay-scales, regularly paying 1% higher than National Support Staff Pay Scales
• Current Employers Pension Contribution 19%
• 2-week October Half Term break
• Access to subsidised Cycle to Work Scheme
• Subsidised study at Kingston University at Masters and Doctorate Level
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered on request
• Employees Assistance Programme
• Work in a vibrant, supportive environment where staff wellbeing is prioritised
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Be part of a dedicated Finance team that is integral to the success of the Trust.

Interview Procedure

Our selection procedure will aim to identify with rigour whether the candidate fulfils the requirements of the post and will include the consideration of the candidate’s suitability to work with children and young people.

The process will include:

• A Finance Officer in-tray exercise;
• Interview with Executive Director, Finance Manager and Director of Finance.

Early applications are welcome, and we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date if we find a suitable candidate.

Interview date: to be confirmed

Application Process

Applicants are required to visit the website where they are able to submit their application using our recruitment portal.

Equal Opportunities

At Kingston Educational Trust, we believe that diversity enriches our school community and enhances the educational experience for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and celebrates the unique background, perspectives, and talents of our staff and students. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are dedicated to providing equal opportunities for everyone. Join us in fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.

Safeguarding and Safer Recruitment Statement

The Kingston Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks, including enhanced DBS checks (with barred list check for regulated activity), checks with past employers and eligibility to work in the UK. Identity and qualification documents will be checked prior to any offer being made.

Please refer to the job pack for further information on the role and person specification.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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 staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the KCSIE guidance. Offers of employment are subject to the following checks (where relevant):
- Childcare disqualification
- Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
- Pre employment medical
- Online check
- 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 Kingston Educational Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kingston-educational-trust

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