About The Role
About Us:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a forward-thinking organisation, we are looking to recruit a highly motivated Finance Apprentices to join the Finance Team.
The sole purpose of Birmingham Childrens Trust is to make a positive difference for children, young people and families in the city, by driving up the quality of practice and partnerships across the city and its services. Recognised by Ofsted as being a Good provider of childrens social care.
About The Team We Are Recruiting To
The Finance Team is responsible for providing a diverse range of functions to support Birmingham Childrens Trust. We deliver the full range of financial, management and operational accounting services to facilitate effective delivery of services for children, young people and families in the city.
Working flexibly with internal staff and external partners we aim to ensure finance is at the heart of everything that the Trust does. The organisation has a high expectation of our service, and we will continue to support and develop our staff to have the skills to deliver a quality service.
What is the job role?
The Finance Apprentice role is an opportunity to start a career in Public Sector Finance and begin your journey by completing the Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) qualification or Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA). Your role will provide support across the different areas of Financial and Management Accounting.
The Successful Applicant Will
* Support with the posting of transactions into the financial system and learning how these fit into the production of management information and the statement of accounts.
* Support the process of the production of management information.
* Support the process of financial operations.
* Get involved in specific work relating to budget setting, forecasting and financial year end accounting requirements.
* Undertake a variety of data analysis tasks to support the provision of financial information for managers across the Trust.
* Gain experience of working with the Trust IT systems.
This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career within the Finance Team at Birmingham Childrens Trust.
£23,656 - £32,654 - Salary is dependent on entry route. This is a Grade 1 to 3 position.
We offer Hybrid working and generous holiday entitlement.
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We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees - a place where we can all be ourselves and succeed on merit
We actively deliver services that are culturally responsive to the needs of children, parents and carers we work with to deliver equality, diversity and inclusivity in all we do.
About Us
Help us to change children and young peoples lives !
At Birmingham Childrens Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.
Why Join Us?
* Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the citys most vulnerable children.
* Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
* Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
* Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.
Our Values
We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.
We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.
We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.
Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.
Safeguarding
At Birmingham Childrens Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.
The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.
We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.
Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.
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