Finance Assistant (Maternity Cover – Term Time Only) Location: Ealing, West London Salary: £32,369 – £33,335 Contract: Full-time, 35 hours per week, Term Time Only (until 31st August 2026) Loyal Blue Recruitment are delighted to be working on behalf of an ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rated secondary school in Ealing to appoint a dedicated Finance Assistant to join their accounts department on a maternity cover basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their financial career who is keen to gain valuable experience within an educational setting. About the Role The Finance Assistant will support the school’s finance function across a range of duties, including: * Managing financial aspects of school funds such as trips, the school shop and café * Supporting student services and parent-funded activities * Handling purchase-to-pay processes, sales ledger and credit control * Providing high-quality support to ensure smooth financial operations across the school Training support towards an accounting qualification may be available for the right candidate. About You The successful candidate will be: * Proactive, approachable, and professional with strong communication skills * Highly organised and able to work calmly under pressure to meet deadlines * Confident in Excel with strong numerical skills * Experienced in financial systems (desirable but not essential) Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and welcoming school environment, rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, where you will play an important role in ensuring the effective management of school finances. Key Information * Contract: Maternity cover until 31st August 2026 * Hours: 35 hours per week, term time only * Location: Ealing, West London * Salary: £32,369 – £33,335 Applications close at midnight on Friday 12th September 2025. Early applications are encouraged as the advert may close sooner if a suitable candidate is found