School Finance Officer – Worcestershire – January 2026
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Job Summary
A well-regarded 1118 secondary school in Worcestershire is seeking a capable and trustworthy School Finance Officer to join its administration team from January 2026. This is a full-time permanent role offering responsibility stability and the opportunity to play a vital part in the smooth financial running of a busy school environment.
This position would suit someone with experience in finance accounts or budgeting who enjoys working in a structured setting and values accuracy organisation and collaboration.
The Role
As School Finance Officer you will oversee day-to-day financial processes ensuring that school budgets are managed efficiently and transparently. Working closely with senior leaders and the wider admin team youll support both operational and strategic financial planning.
Key responsibilities include:
Processing purchase orders invoices and reconciliations
Monitoring departmental budgets and expenditure
Supporting budget forecasting and financial reporting
Managing payments income and supplier accounts
Ensuring compliance with financial procedures and audit requirements
Youll play a key role in helping the school use its resources effectively to support teaching learning and student wellbeing.
The School
This Good-rated secondary school is known for its strong community ethos calm working environment and clear organisational systems. Staff describe it as a professional and supportive place to work where roles are well defined and contributions are recognised.
The leadership team is approachable and values the expertise of support staff encouraging open communication and collaborative working across departments.
The Working Environment
The finance function is well established with clear processes in place and realistic expectations around deadlines and workload. Youll work closely with experienced colleagues who are supportive and willing to share knowledge.
The school uses recognised finance and procurement systems and training or system refreshers are available where needed. Accuracy and consistency are prioritised over speed ensuring high standards are maintained.
Professional Development and Support
The school is committed to developing its support staff and offers opportunities to:
Build deeper expertise in school finance and budgeting
Contribute to longer-term financial planning
Develop confidence working with audits and compliance
Establish a stable long-term role within education
The Ideal Candidate
You will:
Have experience in finance accounts or budget administration
Be highly organised with strong numerical skills
Work confidently with financial systems and spreadsheets
Handle sensitive financial information with discretion
Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues
Previous experience in a school or public sector setting is advantageous but not essential for the right candidate.
Why Apply
January 2026 start in a stable and respected school
Supportive leadership and well-structured systems
Meaningful role supporting the wider school community
Opportunity for long-term progression in education
If youre a Finance Officer looking for a January 2026 role in a school that values professionalism accuracy and teamwork wed be pleased to receive your CV.
Key Skills
- Loan Processing
- Fiscal Management
- Accounting Software
- Financial Services
- Financial Concepts
- Financial Report Writing
- QuickBooks
- Accounting
- Agriculture
- Financial Analysis
- Budgeting
- Financial Management
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