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Finance Assistant - Fixed Term

Maplesden Noakes School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-5401-227S
  • Posted:31/03/2021
  • Pay:Kent Range 4
  • Start Date:June 2021
  • App Close Date:19/04/2021 at 12:00
  • Interviews:w/c 26th April

Advert

We are seeking to appoint a temporary Finance Assistant from 7th June 2021 until 22nd July 2022. Due to the increased popularity of the school it is currently in the process of expanding with an extra 2 forms of entry from September 2021. We therefore require a temporary Finance Assistant to join the Finance Team.  Although this is a temporary post in the first instance, it is highly likely that this post will be made permanent by September 2022 as the school and workload continues to expand. 

Initially we are looking for 9 hours per week (Monday, Wednesday and Thursday – 9.30am – 12.30pm). Term time only plus 6 negotiated days.  It is highly likely that we will require this role to increase to 15 hours per week, over time, depending on need.

Ideally the successful candidate will have previous financial experience.  Although experience within the education sector and use of a financial package would be beneficial, this is not essential, and training and support will be provided.  Good ICT skills are essential for this role, including the use of Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are also paramount as you will be dealing with a wide range of customers, parents, staff and students.

Further details are available to view via the attached job description.

Applications should be made via Kent Teach by the closing date of Monday 19th April 2021 (noon).  Interviews will take place week commencing 26th April 2021.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE – WE ARE LOOKING TO FILL THIS VACANCY BY DIRECT APPLICATION ONLY

Maplesden Noakes School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As such, this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check.

Information about the school

Maplesden Noakes is an 11-18 co-educational non-selective school. The school has an excellent reputation, is popular with parents and regularly over-subscribed.

Maplesden Noakes is situated on the west side of Maidstone approximately 40 miles south-east of London. The school benefits from having strong links with the local business community.

We believe passionately in equity and diversity. Our school is committed to embracing the lived experience of people of every race, sexuality and gender. We believe strongly in giving everyone the opportunities they deserve, no matter what social barriers may have held them back in the past.

The school ensures that there is the right work-home balance to support the wellbeing of all staff. We are dedicated to providing outstanding training and development within a supportive setting. Other benefits include, but are not limited to, wellbeing afternoons, free annual flu vaccinations, long service celebrations, bespoke CPD and a staff rewards system.

Staff who have been employed by the school for two or more years and/or are recruited to fill a vacant post for which there is a demonstrable skill shortage, receive preference in terms of admission to the school for their child(ren).

We look forward to receiving your application.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.