School Finance Officer

School Finance Officer focuses on monitoring departmental budgets and expenditure.

What the role involves

• 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.
• Play a key role in helping the school use its resources effectively to support teaching, learning and student wellbeing.
• The leadership team is approachable and values the expertise of support staff, encouraging open communication and collaborative working across departments.

Confirmed role details

• 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.
• 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.

Candidate fit

• Have experience in finance, accounts or budget administration.
• Handling sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues.

Additional role context

• A well-regarded 11–18 secondary school in Worcestershire is seeking a capable and trustworthy School Finance Officer to join its administration team from January 2026.