Job Description

Employer
de Stafford School
Location
Caterham, Surrey
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Part Time, Term Time
Salary
GLF Associate 2 - 16,851.95 to 18,288.24 (DOE)
Posted
17th September 2025
Expires
1st October 2025 11:59 PM
Start Date
3rd November 2025
Job ID
1507348
Job Reference
DES003


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We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance & Administration Assistant to join our support staff team at de Stafford School. This is a permanent, part-time role (30 hours per week, term time only) providing vital financial and administrative support to ensure the smooth running of our school operations. You will play a key role in maintaining compliance with the Academies Financial Handbook, delivering excellent service to staff, students, and parents, and liaising effectively with the Schools Support Team.

Your opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in the smooth running of de Stafford School's financial and administrative operations. As the first point of contact for finance-related queries, you'll manage orders and invoices using Sage, reconcile deliveries, and maintain robust systems to ensure compliance with the Academies Financial Handbook. You'll also oversee ScoPay transactions, liaise with suppliers and the Schools Support Team, and support lettings invoicing. The role includes general administrative duties, exam invigilation, and break cover, offering variety and the chance to work closely with staff, students, and parents in a supportive school environment. Training and professional development are actively encouraged.

What we're looking for:

Good general education including English and Maths at GCSE (Grade C or above or equivalent) Experience in a finance role or other relevant demonstrable experience Ability to develop and maintain finance administration procedures Advanced IT skills, particularly in Excel Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines Excellent attention to detail Ability to remain professional and maintain confidentiality Effective communication skills to engage with a range of stakeholders Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues Proactive, flexible and adaptable approach Able to work independently and as part of a team Commitment to safeguarding and maintaining appropriate boundaries with young people
Please read the full job description and person specification for more information.

About de Stafford School

de Stafford is an 11-16 comprehensive school located in Caterham, Surrey which joined GLF Schools MAT in December 2016. The school has a PAN of 180 students per year group. The school serves predominantly the local Caterham community with the majority of students residing within the CR3 catchment area.

Our Core Values:

Grow Learn Believe Achieve

Why work at de Stafford School:

An exciting opportunity to develop a curriculum to meet the needs of the local community A supportive senior management team and wider staff body within GLF Schools Excellent CPD opportunities through our tailored CPD programme An opportunity to work collaboratively with leaders across the wider GLF MAT Recognition of previous school continuous service A successful ECT support programme Onsite parking Access to CareFirst, an advice and information service

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model
Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

The Details

Start Date: November 2025


Salary: GLF Associate 2 Point 1 22,918.66 to Point 16 24,872 (dependent on experience)


Actual Salary: 16,851.95 to 18,288.24


Hours: 30 hours per week (09:00-15:00) - 40 weeks per year


Closing Date: 1st October 2025




GLF Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).



As a Trust, we are happy to discuss flexible working opportunities. GLF Schools recognises and celebrates the diversity of its schools and their communities. There is a shared commitment across the Trust to develop further a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are comfortable to express their own identity, should they wish, in which diversity and inclusion is of mutual benefit for everyone in our schools. We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.



We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy at any time ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.



We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.



Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting/interviews have taken place.