Start Date: Immediate

Pay: KR5

Lydden and River Primary Schools Federation needs a finance officer to undertake routine finance duties under the line management of our Business Manager.

This position is for 26 hours per week which can be organised flexibly over 5 days proportionately between the schools. This is a term time only role, 39 weeks per year Kent Range 5 £19,335 - £20,483 pro rata.

In this role, you will work with the Business Manager, Executive Headteacher, Heads of each school, Governing Body, staff and pupils from a financial viewpoint as we strive to achieve our aims for children. You will be responsible for maintaining as accurate all financial information relating to both schools, ensuring that all internal KCC regulations and legislative requirements are met.

Please see the attached draft Job Description for further details.

The successful applicant will consistently promote the schools in a positive manner and will have the following skills and competencies:

• Competent in ESS SIMS Finance Module (FMS)
• Financial Standards Compliance
• Safeguarding Procedures

Awareness of Kent BPS would be an advantage, however training can be provided.

You will:

• Have excellent interpersonal skills
• Be efficient, well organised and purposeful
• Remain calm under pressure
• Work to deadlines

As a staff member in our federation you will:

• be supported through successful induction
• benefit from working partnerships with experienced colleagues
• be part of a team of professional, motivated teachers, teaching assistants and support staff

The ideal candidate will have a background in financial management, preferably in schools and be driven by a passion for achieving excellence. You are encouraged to come to see our schools in action; please contact the school office to make an appointment at a mutually convenient time. (River 01304 822516, Lydden 01304 822887).

Please apply using the online application form available on this website.

Lydden and River Primary Schools Federation is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. This post is subject to satisfactory references and clearance of a Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Closing Date: 05/10/2021 at 12:30

Interviews: Week beginning 11 October 2021

Information about the school

As a school we will offer you:

• A learning community which values ideas, initiative, positivity and creativity
• Great opportunities for professional development consistent with your own aims and the needs of the children. Tell us what your aspirations are so that we can support them.
• Inquisitive children who enjoy coming to school, are well behaved and love to learn
• A warm, friendly and successful staff team who work together effectively and support each other in meeting the needs of our children.
• A positive, supportive and stimulating learning environment for staff and children.
• Opportunities to both lead and engage in professional learning across our federation and within our Learning Hub.

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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