Finance Support Assistant – Somerset Council
3 months contract with a Local Authority
Job Summary: The Finance Support Assistant will provide essential financial and administrative support within Somerset Council’s Adult Social Care Finance Team. The role includes maintaining financial systems, processing invoices, managing payments and records, supporting statutory returns, and acting as a key point of contact for colleagues, suppliers and service users.
Key Duties/Accountabilities (Sample):
* Maintain financial systems and procedures, including administering imprest and unofficial funds and verifying clients’ personal financial records.
* Ensure the security, management and accurate recording of cash and financial information.
* Prepare purchase orders, check delivery notes, match invoices and process payments following certification.
* Review and amend financial information, including monthly downloads and journal uploads.
* Respond to routine supplier, staff and client enquiries regarding payments and financial processes.
* Prepare invoices for services or goods provided, receive and check payments and update financial records.
* Support debt recovery by investigating outstanding payments.
* Use IT systems (including SAP, spreadsheets and databases) to input, extract and distribute financial information.
* Extract statistics to support the completion of statutory returns, highlighting any issues to senior officers.
* Act as a point of contact for staff, clients and suppliers, providing routine advice and information.
* Produce and process routine correspondence, reports and other documentation.
* Contribute to the general office management of departmental buildings, helping resolve issues related to ICT, accommodation and health & safety.
* Uphold and promote Somerset Council’s values, including equality, diversity, inclusion, health, safety and wellbeing.
Skills/Experience:
* Experience working in a busy administrative or finance support role (public sector experience is beneficial but full training will be provided).
* Ability to use financial and administrative systems confidently, particularly SAP, Excel and other IT systems.
* Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial information.
* Ability to process invoices, manage orders, handle cash and reconcile financial records.
* Good communication skills, with the ability to deal with staff, suppliers, clients and members of the public.
* Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities.
* Ability to extract and interpret data for reports and statutory returns.
* Reliable, organised and able to follow set procedures and controls.
* Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion practices.
Additional Information:
* The closing date: 21/11/2025.
* The position is temporary for 12 weeks, with training provided, and requires one day per week in the office at The Crescent, Taunton.
* Council: Somerset Council.
* Hours: 37 per week.
Accounts Assistant – White Horse (Somerset)
White Horse are delighted to be partnering with a high‑growth business based in Somerset to appoint a proactive and detail‑oriented Accounts Assistant. This is a varied and hands‑on finance support role, ideal for someone looking to develop their career within a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
As the business continues to expand, this is an exciting opportunity to join a well‑invested operation that supplies nationwide. With a values‑driven culture and ambitious growth plans, you’ll play a key role in supporting the finance team and wider business functions with critical day‑to‑day operations.
Responsibilities:
* Support day‑to‑day finance operations, including data entry and transaction processing.
* Assist with the preparation of routine financial reports and summaries.
* Help maintain accurate records and ensure systems are kept up to date.
* Provide support with invoice processing, purchase orders, and reconciliations.
* Assist with general administrative duties across the finance team.
* Respond to internal queries and help ensure smooth communication between departments.
* Contribute to maintaining accurate and organised financial documentation.
You need to be:
* An organised, detail‑focused individual with a strong sense of ownership.
* Proficient in Excel and comfortable working with finance systems (e.g., Sage or similar).
* Able to manage a varied workload and prioritise effectively under pressure.
* Comfortable in a fast‑moving, change‑oriented environment.
This is a brilliant opportunity to join a supportive and down‑to‑earth team where your contribution will be both visible and valued. If you’re looking for a broad, impactful finance role in a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.
Student Support Assistant – Bristol (Witherslack Group)
Up to £27,528 + excellent benefits
We are really looking for individuals with a caring and supportive nature and a genuine passion for helping children thrive. While it can be helpful, you don’t need previous teaching assistant experience – what matters most is your character and your willingness to make a difference. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Those Huge Small Victories
Our Teaching Assistants are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference.
Check out this video on what life as a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group is like!
Get out what you put in
You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self‑esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of.
It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teaching Assistant at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well‑resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career.
One of the best environments in SEND
Our new Castlefell School is a purpose built, brand new, state of the art school, catering primarily for children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs but also providing for children with autism who have moderate learning needs. The school provides education for up to 50 children aged 8 to 16.
This new exciting opportunity serves Rudgeway and the wider communities, you are at the heart of its development. Our aim is to ensure that every pupil has an outstanding educational experience with individual pupil progress and care at the heart of what is offered.
What we do for you
* Training: A full induction and on the job training.
* Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays.
* Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group.
* Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here.
* Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance.
* Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high‑street discounts.
* Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here.
* A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time.
* Contributory pension (matched up to 5%).
Bring your whole‑self to work
* Your can do attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others.
* Ideally you’ll have experience working in a classroom, but if not, we can provide you all the relevant training.
* Your genuine passion for supporting children to learn and the impact it can have on their lives.
* Your enthusiasm and expertise to support the teacher and work closely with our therapists.
Interested in joining us?
At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.
As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference‑especially when it comes to neuro‑diversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.
By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
Additional Resources
For a full job description and person specification, please click here. To view our ex‑offenders policy please click here. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the Parents and Carers section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here.
Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD
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We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Virtual Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support. This is a fully remote, home‑based position that requires exceptional organisational skills, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Responsibilities
* Manage and maintain executive calendars, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements.
* Screen and prioritise incoming communications, including emails, calls, and mail.
* Prepare professional correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
* Organise and coordinate virtual meetings, including setting up video conferences and distributing agendas.
* Conduct research on various topics as required by executives.
* Maintain confidential files and records, both digital and physical.
* Assist with expense reporting and budget tracking.
* Act as a liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders.
* Proactively identify and resolve administrative issues before they escalate.
* Manage project‑related administrative tasks and follow‑ups.
* Develop and implement efficient administrative processes and systems.
* Handle ad‑hoc administrative duties as assigned.
* Ensure all tasks are completed accurately and within deadlines, maintaining high standards of quality.
* Communicate effectively and professionally across various digital platforms.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Virtual Assistant, Executive Assistant, or in a similar administrative support role.
* Excellent command of English, both written and verbal.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Workspace.
* Experience with video conferencing tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet).
* Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask.
* Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a remote setting.
* High level of discretion and confidentiality.
* Proactive approach to problem‑solving and task completion.
* Reliable internet connection and a dedicated home office space.
* Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello) is a plus.
This remote role, supporting executives associated with the Bristol, South West England, UK region, offers a flexible and autonomous work environment for a dedicated administrative professional.
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Senior Administrative Assistant – Bristol (Hybrid)
Our client is seeking a highly organised and proactive Senior Administrative Assistant to provide comprehensive executive support within their Bristol, South West England, UK office. This hybrid role is crucial for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of executive functions.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate complex executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments.
* Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
* Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and track action items.
* Draft, proofread, and edit correspondence, reports, and presentations.
* Handle confidential information with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality.
* Screen and prioritise incoming communications (emails, calls).
* Liaise with internal departments and external clients/partners on behalf of executives.
* Assist with expense reporting and budget tracking.
* Organise and maintain electronic and physical filing systems.
* Provide general administrative support as needed.
* Anticipate and proactively address the needs of the executives supported.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as an Executive Assistant or Senior Administrative Assistant, preferably supporting senior management.
* Excellent organisational and time‑management skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) with advanced calendar management skills.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* High level of discretion and professionalism.
* Ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a fast‑paced environment.
* Experience working in a hybrid office setting.
* Proactive and resourceful approach to problem‑solving.
* Attention to detail and accuracy.
This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled administrative professional to provide vital support to key executives in a dynamic environment in Bristol.
Senior Executive Assistant – Global Operations (Remote)
Our client is a dynamic and rapidly expanding global organization seeking a highly organized, proactive, and discreet Senior Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to senior leadership within their Global Operations division.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate complex global travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, visas, and itineraries, ensuring seamless transitions.
* Proactively manage and optimise executive calendars, scheduling meetings across multiple time zones and prioritising competing demands.
* Prepare, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents with a high degree of accuracy.
* Organise and coordinate virtual meetings, town halls, and events, ensuring all logistical aspects are handled effectively.
* Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, screening calls and managing communications efficiently.
* Conduct research and prepare briefing materials for meetings and engagements.
* Manage confidential information with discretion and adhere to strict confidentiality protocols.
* Handle expense reporting and budget tracking for executive‑related activities.
* Anticipate needs and proactively address potential issues before they arise.
* Foster strong working relationships with colleagues across different departments and global offices.
* Provide ad‑hoc project support as required by senior leadership.
* Maintain and organise electronic and physical filing systems.
* Continuously seek opportunities to improve administrative processes and enhance executive productivity.
Qualifications
* Proven experience (5+ years) as an Executive Assistant supporting C‑level executives or senior leadership in a global organization.
* Exceptional organisational and time‑management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively in a remote setting.
* Proficiency in calendar management, travel booking, and expense reporting systems.
* Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Microsoft Teams).
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
* High level of discretion, professionalism, and emotional intelligence.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative.
* Experience in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment.
* A proactive, problem‑solving approach.
* Familiarity with global business operations is a plus.
* Commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
This is an excellent opportunity to provide critical support to senior leaders in a key operational function, working remotely from Bristol, South West England, UK.
Senior Executive Assistant – C‑suite (Remote)
Our client is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and discreet Senior Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to their C‑suite executives.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate complex executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments across multiple time zones.
* Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and itineraries.
* Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents.
* Act as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.
* Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
* Conduct research and compile information for executive decision‑making.
* Manage special projects and initiatives as delegated by executives.
* Organise and prepare materials for board meetings and executive team gatherings.
* Anticipate the needs of executives and proactively address potential issues.
* Maintain an organised and efficient remote working environment.
Qualifications
* Proven experience as a Senior Executive Assistant supporting C‑suite executives, preferably in a remote capacity.
* Exceptional organisational, time management, and multitasking skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom, Teams, Slack).
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* High level of discretion and confidentiality.
* Proactive approach and strong problem‑solving abilities.
* Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively in a remote setting.
* Experience in event coordination and project management is a plus.
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