Overview
Establishment: Central Services | Location: Darlington | Salary: NJC Band 5, SCP 7-8 £26,403 to £26,824 pro rata (Actual £24,305.25 to £24,692.81 per annum) | Department: Administration | Job Type: Full Time | Key Stage: Early Years, Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 5
Closing Date: 01/10/2025 12:00 | Interview Date: TBC | Start Date: 1st November 2025
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity available for a full-time Finance Assistant to join our team.
Based in Darlington, we are looking to employ an enthusiastic, outgoing and adaptable individual who can succeed in the above role. You must have a proactive and positive approach, be confident in working effectively within a busy and challenging environment and be able to provide effective and efficient financial and administrative support to the Trust finance team.
What we offer
In return we can offer high quality in-house coaching and mentoring; access to a wide range of professional development opportunities; access to Trust networks and professional development; access to Darlington networks; a highly supportive and collaborative staff; amazing children. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Glen Hart, Chief Finance Officer at ghart@nalp.org.uk
Application process
Information for applicants, including the job description and person specification for this role and an on-line application form, can be viewed at https://nalp.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies. If you have any difficulties completing the on-line application form, please contact Sam Recruit on 01924 907319 or the People Team on people@nalp.org.uk
Qualifications
* GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or Level 2 Basic Skills (Numeracy and Literacy) or equivalent Essential
Skills and Experience
* Experience of working in a finance or administrative role Essential
* Good customer care skills and positive work ethic Essential
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Essential
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Essential
* Ability to work independently and make a positive contribution as part of a team Essential
Additional information
An enhanced DBS check is required for this post and the successful applicant will either need to apply for a DBS or give Northern Arch Learning Partnership consent to check their status if they are registered with the DBS Update Service. The Trust complies with the Code of Practice issued by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
An online search will be undertaken for shortlisted candidates as part of the recruitment process on information available in the public domain. Candidates should disclose anything that may be relevant in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and candidates will have the chance to discuss any issues of concern that may arise during this search at interview.
The Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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