Job Description

GENERAL INFORMATION:

St Mary's Church of England Academy has a rare and exciting opportunity for a Finance Officer to join our effective school business team.

We are seeking a proactive, organised, experienced and detail-driven School Finance Officer to play a vital role in supporting the smooth running of the Academy and helping embed robust financial controls and compliance across the organisation. The successful candidate would ideally have a strong finance background and previous experience working within a school or similar educational setting. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth financial operation of the school and supporting the senior leadership team.

What we can offer in return:

A strong and supportive environment within the Business Team. An ambitious, successful and vibrant place to work with a brand new learning environment and dedicated staff. An opportunity to shape the future of our school. Opportunities for professional development and career growth. Competitive salary and pension scheme. Staff well-being initiatives and social events. Free on site parking.

HOW TO APPLY:

For more information including; a full job description/person specification and an application form, please contact the HR Officer via email: hr@smpsac.org

The application form, along with an equal opportunities form, should be returned to the Academy by the specified closing date, and must be accompanied by a supporting letter. Other forms of curriculum vitae are not acceptable in place of a completed application form.

SAFEGUARDING - IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

St Mary's Church of England Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please refer to our child protection policy and visit our website.

Appointment will be subject to references, which are satisfactory for the advertised post, online searches carried out on shortlisted candidates for interview, enhanced DBS with barred list information and identity checks. Mandatory safeguarding training will be a requirement to complete once successfully appointed.

We are a distinctive, caring Christian school, where everyone in the community is valued. It is not a requirement of the role to be a Christian, but candidates should be sympathetic to and support the Christian ethos of the school.

Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 8 months

Pay: 14.13-14.82 per hour

Expected hours: 19.5 per week

Experience:

finance: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 09/01/2026
Reference ID: Finance Officer