Job Description

Part-time | 22.5 hours per week (over 3-4 days) | 52-week contract | Onsite

Salary:

15,000 - 16,800 per annum (actual part-time salary)

Full-time equivalent:

25,000 - 28,000

Contract:

Permanent | Start date: As soon as possible

Elmhurst Ballet School is a highly successful vocational ballet school associated with Birmingham Royal Ballet. Located in Edgbaston, just one mile from Birmingham city centre, Elmhurst provides world-class training for up to 200 students aged 11-19, many of whom are boarders.

We are seeking an experienced

Purchase Ledger and Payroll Officer

to join our small, friendly finance team on a part-time basis. Reporting to the Director of Finance and Operations, you will take sole responsibility for:

Managing all aspects of the purchase ledger Preparing monthly payroll data for our outsourced payroll provider Uploading pension contributions Managing petty cash and employee expenses Supporting with accounts preparation tasks

Essential:

Proven experience in purchase ledger Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Desirable:

Experience using SAGE
The successful candidate will contribute to the school's commitment to excellence and uphold our ethos:

The Elmhurst Way

.

Additional Information & How to Apply

Further information and an applicant pack can be downloaded from the Elmhurst Ballet School website.
Please note that

all applications must be submitted on the application form found on the website

. We do not accept CVs.

If you have any questions about the role, please call reception on

0121 472 6655

.

Closing Date: Wednesday 3rd December 2025

Interview Date: Wednesday 10th December 2025

Please note we will communicate any interview arrangements via email, so please check your inbox (including Spam/Junk folders).

Elmhurst Ballet School aims to be an equal opportunities employer and is committed to upholding the safety and welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to child protection screening, including reference checks with previous employers and a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

At Elmhurst Ballet School, we recruit for attitude and expect all applicants to follow the school's ethos of humility and compassion in all that they do.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

Discounted or free food Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person