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Finance Officer
Lift Lea Forest, Birmingham, B33 9RDThis job expired on 9 March 2026 – see similar jobs
Start date details
ASAP
Closing date
9 March 2026 at 9:06am
Date listed
23 February 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Fixed term
Full-time equivalent salary
- £26000 - £30000 per annum
Finance Officer job summary
Job Title: Finance Officer
School: Lift Schools central team
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 + well-being cash plan + pension scheme + Lift Schools benefits
Hours: Full time
Contract type: Fixed term contract until the end of Dec 2026
Start date: ASAP
Location: This role can be based from any of the following central offices;
Lift Greenwood - Birmingham, Castle Vale, B53 7NL
Lift Unity City - Middlesbrough, TS3 8RE
Lift Meadstead - Barnsley, S71 4JS
Lift Greensward - Essex, SS5 5HG
Lift New Rickstones - Witham, CM8 2SD
Lift Kingsley - Hounslow, Greater London, TW3 1A
Lift Winton - Andover, SP10 2PS
Lift Broadlands - Bristol, BS31 2DY
Ed City Central Office - London
An exciting Finance Officer job opportunity to join a friendly MAT, ideal for somebody on short or no notice.
Your new organisation
Lift Schools are one of the largest multi-academy trusts in the country made up of 58 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils. Our incredible Chief Executive, Rebecca (Becks) Boomer-Clark, joined in 2021 and has a clear objective, an excellent education for every child, in every classroom, every day regardless of background, geography or ability. You can be based out of any of the regional offices listed above and you'll be expected to be in the office 3 days per week and working from home the remainder of the time.
Your new role
Due to a maternity leave we are looking for a Finance Officer to join our team on a fixed term basis until the end of December 2026. This is a brilliant opportunity for somebody wanting to join a lovely team. You will gain experience of working in a complex Multi Academy Trust and be provided with training and support throughout.
Reporting into one of our Finance Team Leaders, you will support our Finance Business Partners by posting all transactions accurately and in a timely manner and support schools to ensure optimum use of resources. Ideally you will be a part or fully qualified AAT and have experience using an accounts package for general bookkeeping, including producing accounts and management reports and have experience in financial operations.
What you'll need to succeed
You will have accuracy in reporting detailed financial information and be confident in providing clear written commentary and explanation. You will have the ability to prioritise workload to meet deadlines whilst dealing with a number of projects simultaneously. You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, good IT skills, particularly Excel and be a self-starter who is comfortable working with limited day-to-day supervision.
If you would like a confidential discussion or have any questions ahead of applying we'd love to hear from you. Please contact the recruitment manager, Jessica Billows.
Closing date: Saturday 7th March
Interview date: Week commencing 16th March, likely to be remote depending on location
We offer you:
Comprehensive training: Access to some of the best developmental training to boost your career.
Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, flexible working
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.
Lift Schools is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
About Lift Lea Forest
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 551 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Lift Lea Forest website
Lift Lea Forest is a leading school in Birmingham with an enriched, relevant, engaging and innovative curriculum enabling children to uncover a world of possibilities - inspiring each and every child to reach true academic brilliance. By embracing the role that Lea Forest plays within the wider community fostering positive partnerships with parents in and beyond the walls of the school - into the streets, into the town and far beyond - the school ensures children can live remarkable lives.
Lift Lea Forest is part of the family of schools in Lift Schools and as such we share the Trust vision for our children:
To provide our pupils with a wide body of knowledge and skills and an exceptional character to live a remarkable life.
It is our aim that by the time the children leave Lift Lea Forest to embark on the next stage of their education, they are equipped with the academic skills and knowledge, and have developed the personal attributes needed to enable them to become successful citizens of the future.
The staff at Lift Lea Forest are our greatest resource and we will nurture and develop you throughout your career. Being part of Lift Schools means every employee at every level is able to access tailored CPD and opportunities to work across the group as they progress. Please read our staff profiles for more information on how this is happening right now for members of my team.
Thank you for your interest in our school; we can't wait to meet you!
Mark White (Headteacher), the staff team and our Governance Board
General information
We are proud to serve the community of Kitts Green in Birmingham as a large 2 form entry with 500+ pupils on roll. As a team we as celebrate in being:
A Midlands hub school for EAL Online Learning
Designated a Forest School.
A richly diverse community with students speaking more than 30 home languages.
A leading primary school in our trust – Academies Enterprise Trust.
We are a school where the atmosphere is calm and children try their very best in an environment where staff care for them. Our core purpose is clear:
We believe in Learning Ahead of All, giving every child the very best education.
We believe in Strength in Diversity, celebrate our different cultures with a real sense of community.
We are an Open Doors School, with approachable staff, helping our students to progress on to the best schools, colleges and apprenticeships.
WHY JOIN OUR ACADEMY?
Who is Lift Schools?
Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.
Our mission:
We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.
Development:
We are committed to developing all staff at all levels through high quality development opportunities, resources, and experiences that will support you on your professional learning journey with Lift Schools.
Lifestyle:
We champion agile/flexible working across the Trust to help our people achieve an optimal work/life balance.
Money:
All staff have access to our pension schemes (Local Government Pension Scheme and Teachers’ Pension Scheme). Everyone has free access to financial advice & support and can access a wide range of retail discounts through our Lift Schools Benefits scheme. We also offer Technology Loans to help with any big digital purchases.
Wellbeing:
We recognise that mental wellbeing is just as important as physical and have set up employee assistance programmes which offer free and confidential counselling 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our employees can access our health cash place scheme from BHSF.
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