* Heart of Suffolk Education Trust
* Address: Debenham High School, Gracechurch Street, Debenham IP14 6BL
* Salary: £16,106 - £16,396 per annum (£32,597-36,363 FTE pro rata)
* Hours: Up to 20 hours per week (ideally 1.30pm – 5.30pm daily*) 42 weeks per year (term time only + 3 weeks)
* Contract: Permanent, required from 13 April 2026
* Reference: 9490
This is an exciting opportunity to join a small but strong and dedicated finance team in the newly created Heart of Suffolk Education Trust to take responsibility for monthly accounting and reporting as well as supporting the wider finance function across the trust.
You will be an experienced finance professional, with secure accounting experience and excellent Excel skills.
The Heart of Suffolk Education Trust comprises three successful Church of England schools, Debenham High School, Creeting St Mary Church of England Primary School and Worlingworth Church of England Primary School, all based in the heart of Suffolk. The trust currently has approximately 860 students across its schools.
* alternative working patterns including hybrid working may be possible
The trust is committed to staff wellbeing and professional development, providing a bespoke CPD programme, an Employee Assistance Plan, and a staff benefits scheme.
To find out more
For an informal discussion only, please contact Tracy Willmott, CFO, on
How to apply
Details and support staff application form can be downloaded from or telephone
Completed applications should be sent to
We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier, should a suitable candidate be appointed in the meantime.
Closing date: 10am, 6 March 2026.
Promoted as FJ (Featured Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Enhanced DBS checks are required for all posts at Heart of Suffolk Education Trust.
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