The Bishop Fraser Trust
Finance Officer
Grade D SCP 6 - 11 (£23,893 - £25,979)
(Pay Award Pending Effective April 2024)
37 hrs Per Week
All Year Round
Permanent Contract
Required ASAP
As a Trust we believe that we exist to help our children, staff and communities experience ‘Life in its Fullness’ (John 10:10).
If this strikes a chord with you, then we would love to hear from you!
Our family of schools currently consists of one all-through school, three secondary schools (one with a sixth form), and one primary school. While each school holds its own unique identity, we work together collectively to achieve our mission to provide ‘Life in all its fullness’ through the highest quality education, training, and outcomes for all.
Main Duties:
To provide comprehensive, customer-focused financial support in accordance with the Academies Financial Handbook and the MAT’s Scheme of Financial Delegation.
We are seeking an individual who:
1. Is a great team player, friendly, and professional.
2. Is accurate and has an eye for detail.
3. Enjoys working individually, as well as part of a team and is able to communicate effectively with all stakeholders (mainly staff and suppliers, but also parents and pupils).
4. Is courteous and approachable whilst delivering high standards of customer service whether face to face, on the phone or online.
5. Is confident in liaising with a variety of staff at all levels.
6. Demonstrates personal resilience and role models those personal qualities we wish to instil in our young people.
7. Has the ability and willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the role, working to deadlines (i.e. supplier payments).
In return we can offer:
1. A supportive and encouraging staff team.
2. A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical, and other medical costs.
3. 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
4. Fantastic facilities.
Application information:
For more information, or for an informal chat about the role please contact Kim Swinton, the Trust Finance Manager by emailing kswinton@thebishopfrasertrust.co.uk.
To apply please complete the attached application form and supporting statement, ensuring that you show how you meet items on the person specification and explaining why you are applying for this post. Please submit your completed application and letter to: recruitment@thebishopfrasertrust.co.uk.
Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered.
The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer. References will be sought prior to interview.
Closing date: Monday 21st October 2024 @ 9.00am
Interviews: TBC
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