School Finance & Customer Support Officer - Accrington (Immediate Start)
Key Information
Detail
Specification
Location
Accrington, Lancashire
Salary
£28,000 - £30,000 per year (depending on experience)
Contract
Full-time, Permanent (Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm, flexible)
Start Date
Immediate
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm (some flexibility available)
About the Role
Are you a people person who loves making a difference? We are looking for a School Finance & Customer Support Officer to join our friendly and community-driven school in Accrington.
This is a varied and rewarding role, perfect for someone who enjoys building relationships, providing exceptional service, and managing financial and administrative processes with professionalism and care. You'll be a key link between families, social workers, local authorities, and school staff, ensuring smooth communication and efficient operation's. If you're customer-focused, organised, and motivated by helping others, we'd love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver outstanding customer service to parents, staff, and external partner's.
Manage purchase orders, invoices, and payment tracking.
Liaise effectively with social workers and local authorities.
Support finance and administration processes within the school.
Maintain accurate financial records using systems such as School Pod.
Handle referrals and follow-ups with care and attention to detail.
Work collaboratively across departments to enhance efficiency and service quality.
What We're Looking For
Experience in a school, education, or local authority setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skill's.
A proactive, people-first attitude and strong customer focus.
Organised and confident managing multiple priorities.
A positive, solution-driven approach with genuine enthusiasm for helping others.
Experience using finance systems (training can be provided).
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Join a warm, supportive, and forward-thinking school community where teamwork, positivity, and professional growth are encouraged. Every day brings the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families, and colleague's.
We're looking for someone with heart, initiative, and a natural ability to connect with people.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter to:
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