Key Role Information

Salary
29,540.00
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Permanent
Closing
16/03/2026 17:00
Contract term
AYR - All year round
Pay grade
National NJC | SCP14
Department
Admin/clerical
Key stage
Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4
Hours per week
37.00
Weeks per year
52.000
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Senior Finance Officer


Location: Durrington High School Contract: Permanent


We are seeking a highly organised and detail‑driven Senior Finance Officer to join our central team. This role is essential in ensuring smooth day‑to‑day financial operations across our Trust. You will maintain accurate financial records, support school leaders with practical finance guidance, and help uphold strong financial controls in every school.

Working across multiple sites, you’ll process transactions, assist with budget monitoring, and contribute to audit readiness throughout the year. The role requires confidence with numbers, strong IT skills—especially spreadsheets—and the ability to prioritise deadlines in a busy environment. Discretion, professionalism and clear communication are essential.

If you want to make a meaningful difference by supporting schools to deliver high‑quality education, we’d love to hear from you.


For full information, please download our candidate pack.


What you will bring

  • Strong financial processing and record‑keeping skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and confidence with spreadsheets and finance systems
  • Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise a varied workload
  • Clear, professional communication with colleagues and suppliers


Qualifications

  • GCSE English and Maths (grade C/4+)
  • Full driving licence
  • AAT Level 2–4 (or working towards) desirable


Experience

  • Day‑to‑day financial operations and transaction processing
  • Understanding of financial controls, compliance and audit requirements
  • Experience supporting budget monitoring or financial reporting
  • School/public‑sector finance experience (desirable)

Personal qualities

  • Discreet, reliable and able to handle confidential information
  • Proactive and organised, with a positive approach to problem‑solving
  • Able to work independently and as part of a central team
  • Commitment to supporting schools and improving outcomes for children


Qualifications

Good qualifications in both English and Mathsessential
Professional full or part accountancy qualification desirable

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Comfortable working under pressure and able to prioritise tasks and work to deadlineessential
Ability to work flexibly, independently and as part of a teamessential
Finance systems & data improvement (ERP/reporting, e.g., Power BI)

Experience

Previous School Based Experience
Understanding of financial controls and audit expectations.
Experience supporting budget monitoring or reporting
Experience in day‑to‑day financial operations and maintaining records.

Personal Attributes

Stakeholder engagement & board reporting (clear, decision-ready insight)essential
Highly organised, with excellent accuracy and strong attention to detailessential

Durrington Multi Academy Trust

Jon Wells

jwells@dmat.education

Durrington High
The Boulevard
Worthing
West Sussex
BN13 1JX

Safeguarding Information

Safeguarding – Our Commitment

Keeping children safe is at the heart of everything we do. As part of our recruitment process, we take steps to make sure everyone who joins us shares this commitment.

What this means for you:

  • All roles in our schools involve a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
  • If you’re successful, you’ll need to complete some pre-employment checks, such as an enhanced DBS check and verifying your right to work in the UK. We’ll explain these clearly and guide you through the process.
  • During the interview, we may ask questions about your understanding of safeguarding. This isn’t a test—it’s about making sure we all share the same values and priorities.

Why do we do this?

Because every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and able to thrive. These checks and conversations help us create a secure and welcoming environment for everyone.

If you have any questions about safeguarding or the checks we carry out, please let us know—we’re happy to help.