Job Description

Job Title:

Finance Assistant

Location:

The Olympus Academy Trust offices based at Winterbourne Academy

Salary:

Grade 10 - 26,824 - 28,142, (14,749 - 15,473 Pro rata)

Job Type:

Part-time, Fixed term until 31/08/2026 in first instance

Closing Date:

Monday 8th September 2025

We are looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to support the work of the Central Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager the successful candidate will have a good financial background, be able to work to tight deadlines with the ability to multi-task. A high level of accuracy and attention to detail is essential.

This role will be working 3 days a week 08:00 - 16:00 and is offered on a temporary contract until 31st August 2026. As a Trust we will be merging with Futura Learning Partnership to become Halcyon, therefore when this merge is complete we will be able to review if this position can continue past this initial temporary contract.

Our Philosophy as an Employer

Our overarching aim and vision is for our schools to deliver an exceptional education for children and young people, ensuring that students have access to the highest standards of teaching, resources and learning opportunities.

We are ambitious for our academies. We live in a demanding educational landscape that brings with it challenges, but also opportunities. We are excited by the opportunities for talented and inspirational educators to make an impact and create a powerful legacy.

We seek applicants for our roles who can align with our vision and have the talent, drive and determination to deliver that vision successfully. We support all our schools with our leadership and management, school improvement, legal, financial, administrative, admissions, marketing, premises, safeguarding and HR expertise.

We think our roles are tremendously exciting ones to perform supported by the expert Olympus team. We are inspired by our academies' journey and consider it a great privilege to design and develop a 21st century school education. We will be very interested to hear your ideas and aspirations too. We are looking for staff who will deliver an exceptional education for the young people in our care.

Benefits

Pension Scheme Annual pay progression opportunities Cycle to Work Scheme Corporate membership of Bristol Zoo/Wild Place at reduced rates Free onsite parking Coaching/Counselling services Termly and annual staff recognition and awards scheme Employee Assistance Programme
The Olympus Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants will be required to undergo security and vetting processes appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced disclosure through the Disclosure & Barring Service. We have a suite of safeguarding procedures, policies and guidance for all of our staff and volunteers to ensure we actively promote children and young people's welfare and safety.

We apply Equal, Diversity and Inclusion at all stages of recruitment and selection. We carry out shortlisting, interviewing and selection without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Those with disabilities meeting the minimum requirements for the post will be shortlisted and will make reasonable adjustments to ensure they are not disadvantaged during the interview process. We particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, as they are under-represented within the Trust.

We offer the opportunity of flexible working patterns where possible to assist with a work/life balance and welcome applications from people wishing to work on a part-time or job share basis for all roles including full time. We are happy to discuss flexible working from day one.

Job Types: Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 26,824.00-28,142.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person