Job Description

Trust Finance Officer (SEND Finance Lead)

Humber Education Trust

Grade & Scale Point:

Grade 8, Scp 25 - 28

Salary

: 36,363 - 39,152 FTE, 32,467- 34,957 Actual, 18.85 - 20.29/hr

Hours of work:

37hrs/wk

Contract:

Permanent, Term-time +10 days (200 days/yr) (Flexible)

Start date:

1 December 2025

Our Central Team require an experienced Trust Finance Officer who is able to work collaboratively with school leaders and business teams to deliver reliable, high-quality financial SEND support. This is a pivotal role to ensure children, young people with SEND and their families are at the centre of all processes relating to the work of SEND teams in schools and the LA.

You will have strong experience in managing SEND cases and EHCP's or working in a similar role in the education sector. The right candidate must have experience of managing multiple activities and working to deadlines for different managers simultaneously.

For an informal discussion regarding the post and to arrange a visit to our Trust, please contact Nina Siddle at Humber Education Trust.

Further information about Humber Education Trust can be found on our Trust website.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

Level 4 qualification in Administration/ Business/ Finance or related field GCSE 5 x A - C or equivalent including Maths & English
Ability to interpret and apply SEND and EHCP funding guidance to school budgets and financial planning. A confident and approachable manner using tact, diplomacy and sensitivity Experience working with senior leadership teams and external stakeholders.

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER:

Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children. A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks. Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels. Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles. A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive. Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please visit our Trust website for more details and to apply for this role. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Early application is encouraged. We will review applications throughout the advertising period and therefore reserve the right to close the advert early should sufficient applications be received.

Closing date for completed applications:

8am, Friday 31 October 2025

Interviews:

TBC

If you have any queries about the application process, please contact Nina Siddle (details in applicant pack).

Any offer of employment to this role will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children's Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of relevant qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search and required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record.

All members of staff are expected to promote and safeguard the welfare of students in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, including maintaining clear professional boundaries in all relationships; to promote an anti-racist, multi-cultural approach.

Professional standards detail responsibilities and expectations of our job roles. We strive for excellence and encourage our staff to aim high, making positive impacts through their clear focus and professionalism. All role specifications are subject to change to adapt with circumstances. Additional duties may be asked of our staff if necessary.

If you believe you are the right person for our role then we would love to hear from you.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Humber Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,467.00-34,957.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Employee discount Free fitness classes Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person