Finance Officer (UCC068BC)
Uppingham Community College, Uppingham, Rutland, LE15 9TJ13 days remaining to apply
Closing date
23 November 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
10 November 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
- £27,274.00 - £29,070.00 Annually (FTE) Approximate starting salary of £24,625
Finance Officer (UCC068BC) job summary
Finance Officer
Uppingham Community College
Salary: Grade 4 Pay Point 7-11 (£27,274 - £29,070 per annum, approximate starting salary of £24,625 )
Hours: 37 Hours per week, 41 weeks per year (Term time, plus 2 weeks)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm
About the Role
Uppingham Community College We are seeking to appoint a highly organised and motivated Finance Officer.
Under the direction of the Operations Manager contribute to a comprehensive support service by undertaking a range of financial and general administrative duties.
Liaise with the Trust’s Central Finance team in relation to all accounts payable transactions and queries, and the Finance Business Partner in all other financial matters.
To support and enhance the college administrative provision
To support the UCC vision ‘Everyone at UCC thrives’
Why Choose Uppingham Community College?
At Uppingham Community College, the core values of Kindness, Honesty and Respect form the cornerstone of our school culture. It is therefore paramount for all colleagues at UCC to model these at every opportunity so that we create the conditions where everyone can thrive in their learning, development and achievement.
Key Responsibilities
Take a lead role in the operation of daily financial transactions.
Undertake basic analysis of financial information.
Perform routine accounting operations: maintaining supplier records, receiving, processing and distribution of orders; checking and processing invoices.
Please see attached Job description for full details.
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications:
- 5 GCSE's (Grade 9-4) including Maths and English.
- Excellent IT skills, including MS office programmes.
Experience:
- Experience of working in a busy office environment.
- Experience of working in a school office
Skills & Knowledge:
- Communication Skills (written and verbal), concentration and attention to detail.
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and an appreciation of the implications of the Data Protection Act.
- Understanding of the context in which schools operate
- An understanding of health and safety issues relevant to the post.
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth & Support
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
- Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
- Highly committed and motivated Team
- A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
- A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
- Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
- Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school.
- Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
Additional Perks
- Free parking.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Gym discounts.
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Dental support.
- Retail discounts.
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.
Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents
More about Discovery Schools Trust
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
AI
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.
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If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all posts are subject to DBS checks. In the interests of safer recruitment, the Trust may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants in compliance with the guidance set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE). Any relevant information found with regards to a candidate’s suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview.
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.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Uppingham Community College
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 919 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Our core values as a school are: Respect, Honesty and Kindness. Everything we do is based upon these simple principles. Our students consistently achieve excellent GCSE outcomes and we are very proud of our holistic approach to developing respectful and responsible young people who are ready for life in our ever changing world.
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