Please note the employer for this position is not Wigan Council
Epworth Education Trust (Central office in Leigh, travelling to schools within the Trust)
Westleigh Lane
Leigh
WN7 5NJ
Salary: SCP 18-23 £31,537 - £34,434 per annum
37 hours per week, working full year, Flexible hours will be considered
Required as soon as possible
At Epworth Education Trust, we take pride in fostering a warm, family-oriented environment. Our commitment extends beyond delivering exceptional educationwe aim to nurture happy, confident, and well-rounded individuals. We are dedicated to giving every child the best possible start in life, equipping them with the skills, knowledge, understanding, and ambition needed to thrive beyond the classroom. Our goal is for every pupil to achieve their full potential.
We are excited to offer an opportunity to join our central team. The Trustees are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and dedicated Finance Officer who will play a key role in supporting our Trust’s continued success.
You will:
* Maintain high standards of financial administration and support across our academies.
* Assist the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) in ensuring finance systems are accurate, up-to-date, and reflect the Trust’s financial position.
* Support the CFO with month-end processes and the timely production of management reports.
* Prepare financial data to inform strategic decision-making across the Trust.
* Develop and maintain robust financial monitoring systems and reporting tools.
* Ensure all financial information is processed promptly and accurately.
* Demonstrate strong organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
* Contribute actively to our central team and uphold the Trust’s ethos of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement.
* This role involves close collaboration with the CFO, central team, Headteachers, and school staff across the Trust.
The ideal candidate will:
* Have prior experience using finance software, preferably PSF and IMP.
* Hold, or be actively working towards, a recognised accounting qualification.
* Demonstrate strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
* Be capable of quickly absorbing and interpreting complex information.
* Have a proven ability to build strong relationships and establish credibility with senior stakeholders across various internal functions.
* Possess up-to-date knowledge of relevant financial standards, regulations, and legislation.
In return our Trust offers you:
* A strong and supportive and skilled leadership team with a clear sense of strategic vision.
* A generous employer contribution towards LGPS pension.
* Access to Employment Assistance Programme.
* A strong and supportive Trust Central Team.
* Generous Holiday entitlement.
* Wellbeing Package.
* Salary sacrifice schemes.
* Excellent ongoing professional development opportunities.
If you have any questions about the post, please contact Sharon Joseph on 01942 777706 or at email s.joseph@epworthtrust.org.uk
All application forms should be made through My New Term on the following link:
Vacancy may close earlier depending on number of applications. Interviews to be carried out prior to appointment
As part of the Epworth Education Trust, we recognise our moral and statutory responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all children. We work to provide a safe and welcoming environment where children are respected and valued. We are alert to the signs of abuse and neglect and follow our procedures to ensure that children receive effective support, protection, and justice. The procedures contained in our Safeguarding Policy apply to all staff, volunteers, and governors.
We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or race.
Closing date for applications: Friday 5th December 2025
Shortlisting date: Monday 8th December 2025
Interview date: To Be Confirmed
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
Epworth Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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