Job Description

Salary: 25,583 - 25,989 per annum

Hours: Full time (37 Hours per week), full year. We are willing to consider a flexible working approach for the right candidate.

Contract: Permanent

Start Date: 20th October 2025

The role

New Collaborative Learning Trust is looking for a Finance Assistant to provide vital support to the finance operations of our three secondary schools.

You will be joining a dynamic central team that underpins the work of all schools and colleges within the Trust. Our shared services span Health and Safety, Finance, Estates, HR and MIS, with colleagues working together to provide the support needed for the growth and success of the organisation.

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring that financial processes run smoothly and efficiently. From processing transactions, orders and invoices to obtaining authorisations and responding to queries, your work will help us deliver a high-quality, reliable finance service that underpins the success of our schools. The role will be predominantly based at Brinsworth Academy, though the flexibility to work across our other sites is important.

About you

We are looking for someone with excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, and a customer-focused approach to your work. You should be confident using Microsoft Office applications and computerised administration systems, possess strong attention to detail, and demonstrate the ability to work both collaboratively as part of a team and independently when needed.

If you are interested in the role and wish to discuss it further, or have any queries please call 01977 802650, or you can email recruitment@nclt.ac.uk.

Working at NCLT:

At New Collaborative Learning Trust (NCLT), we believe every role, whether in the classroom or supporting behind the scenes, plays a vital part in shaping young people's futures. As a values-driven and inclusive organisation, you'll join a team where 96% of staff feel a shared sense of purpose and pride in their work. We offer a supportive, forward-thinking environment with flexible working, strong wellbeing initiatives, and high-quality professional development for all staff. Whether you're an educator or a member of our wider support team, you'll be empowered, recognised, and encouraged to grow your career with us.

Please explore our Employer of Choice page to learn more: https://nclt.ac.uk/employer-of-choice/

Our benefits include:

Teachers' Pension Scheme / Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working and special leave policies

Lieu days and annual wellbeing day

Funded CPD and professional development opportunities

Strong track record of internal promotion

Access to wellbeing support and occupational health services

Cycle to Work Scheme and technology purchase scheme

Modern, well-equipped working environments

Free on-site parking

For further details and to apply please click the apply button.

The closing date for applications is 9am, 29th September 2025.

NCLT has a commitment to safeguarding students and the successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS. We value diversity and actively promote equality of opportunity. As a Disability Confident Leader, all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for a post will be offered an interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,583.00-25,989.00 per year

Work Location: In person