Finance Officer
APT&C Grade 8
£34,434 - £38,220 (Full Time, 52/52)
£29,185.25 - £32,394.16 + 10 days (Full Time, Term Time Plus)
Contract Options
Full-time or part-time, all year round (52/52) or
Full-time, term time plus 10 days
We are seeking a proactive and well-organised Finance Officer to join our school and support the effective management of our finances.
Working closely with the School Business Leader, you will play a key operational role in financial planning, budgeting, and reporting, helping to ensure strong financial governance and value for money across the school. You will also line manage a Finance Assistant and be part of the supportive and collaborative wider Operational Management Team.
Key Responsibilities
* Support financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting in line with school priorities
* Oversee day-to-day financial management, systems, and controls
* Produce clear financial reports and statutory returns to support school leadership and governors
* Liaise with external partners such as the Local Authority, DfE, HMRC, and auditors as required
We offer a supportive leadership team, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the life and success of the school.
Application deadline: Monday 9th February 2026, please return to acowen@gshs.org.uk
For further details, please refer to the full job description and person specification.
This post is subject to Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
GEORGE STEPHENSON HIGH SCHOOL
SOUTHGATE
KILLINGWORTH
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE
NE12 6SA
Headteacher: Mr Peter Douthwaite
Tel: 0191 216 1115
GSHS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks as appropriate.