Finance and HR Assistant

• Address: Consortium Trust Helmingham Stowmarket Suffolk IP14 6EX
• Salary: 13.21 - 14.59 per hour
• Hours: Full Time. 37 hours per week (working pattern to be mutually agreed)
• Contract: Permanent. Required from January 2026
• Reference: 0468

The Central Finance and HR team needs to increase its capacity within the finance and HR functions. This role is equal supporting the Finance and HR/Payroll Officers with a range of finance and HR functions. As part of the Central Finance and HR team you may be expected to provide support when needed to the schools within the trust.

Requirements:

We are looking for a Finance and HR Assistant who:

• can follow plans and work on their own initiative.
• can communicate clearly with children and adults verbally and in writing.
• has experience of working in administration
• can support a range of office managers if required
• can contribute to end of year audit processes
• has a willingness to contribute to the general smooth running of our trust
• can adhere to policies and procedures and follow GDPR guidelines
• can maintain confidentiality
• has a desire to participate in school and trust CPD opportunities
• has an awareness of safeguarding.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive staff induction program
• Full support and training from a wider team
• Wide range of staff benefits
• Extensive Wellbeing support package
• Opportunity for career progression within the trust
• Personalised performance management
• A bespoke package of CPD as required

Qualifications: Grade C /4 level Numeracy and Literacy:

• Has a good level of computer literacy
• Desirable: Good level of relative Finance and Administration experience

For more information

Please read the Job Description (pdf)

Please feel free to contact Tanya Miley or Megan Miller by either calling or emailing: /

To find out more please visit our website (Consortium Trust)

How to apply

To apply please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to: /

Closing date: 9 am 14 November 2025.

Interview date: 20 November 2025.

The Consortium Trust demonstrates and implements safeguarding protocols in all aspects of their working practices and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and this will include social media checks.