Job Description

Accounts Assistant - Maternity Cover

Wellington Health and Fitness Club

1 year Fixed-Term Contract | Full-Time | Starting ASAP

Wellington College is a place of innovation, warmth and ambition. At the heart of our campus in Berkshire, the Wellington Health and Fitness Club offers a vibrant, multi-use leisure facility serving pupils, staff, members and hirers. We are now seeking a capable and detail-focused Accounts Assistant to join our team on a maternity cover basis.


This is a key role within Wellington College Enterprises Limited (WCEL), supporting the financial operations of the Club and its associated commercial ventures. The successful candidate will be expected to step into the role with confidence and efficiency, managing a wide range of accounting and administrative tasks--from daily banking and ledger reconciliation to supporting month-end procedures and membership audits.


We are looking for someone with a solid understanding of accounting principles and experience in financial systems and processes. Familiarity with leisure booking platforms such as MRM, cloud-based accounting software, and working within a multi-entity or educational finance setting would be highly advantageous.


You'll be joining a collaborative and professional team, where accuracy, integrity and a proactive approach are valued. The successful candidate will demonstrate the College's core values of

Kindness, Integrity, Respect, Responsibility and Courage

, and contribute positively to the wider Wellington community.


For full details of the role and person specification, please refer to the

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Safeguarding and Recruitment Information

WCEL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).


This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. WCEL is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent", unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.


We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates before the closing date or to close the vacancy early if deemed appropriate. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.


WCEL is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. All applicants must have a valid right to work in the UK and be able to produce supporting documentation.