Job Description
Position: Finance Officer
Salary: : SO1, £38,256 annum to be pro rata
Hours of work :Part Time
30 hours – Term Time Only
Contract Term: Permanent
Closing Date: Monday 29/09/2025 at 12 noon
Interviews: Tuesday 30/09/2025
Start date : Friday 3/11/2025
Bruce Grove is a vibrant and inclusive two form entry school in a socially and ethnically diverse community. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic, self-motivated and calm person who would enjoy working in a school office environment, has a friendly disposition, enjoys working as part of a team and would be dedicated to the needs of the school and the children. The Finance Officer is responsible for providing an efficient and accurate finance and accounting service to the school, also supporting with budget management and reporting, data analysis, payroll administration, reconciliations and submission of returns. Previous experience of working in a school environment and knowledge of main Information systems is desirable.
This is a permanent position based on a six months' probationary period. The hours are 30 hours per week term time only.
You Will Be Our Desirable Candidate If
* You have great organisational and communication skills, both written and oral
* You are able to remain calm and work under pressure to competing deadlines
* You have strong IT skills, including MS Office, email and internet with the ability to quickly learn new systems
* You are attentive to detail and able to work effectively in a busy environment
* You are a positive role model to all. In return
We Can Offer You
* A friendly and supportive team
* Opportunities for progression and development through training, coaching and mentoring
* A healthy work-life balance;
* An inclusive environment where you feel valued
* A supportive leadership team.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please phone School Office to arrange on or email at
We will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response.
Early application is strongly encouraged. Bruce Grove Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service. Further information can be found