Finance Assistant

(Ref: SCH-GG-0018)

 Salary:          N5 (£26,873 - £28,770 per annum (Pay Award Pending)

 Hours:          Full time, 37 hours per week, all year round

 Contract:    Permanent

 Start date:   ASAP

 Location:     Gosforth Group Head Office, currently based at North Gosforth Academy. You will be employed by the Gosforth Group and may need to work across all locations within the Multi Academy Trust as required.

 About the Trust

Gosforth Group is a dynamic and diverse Multi Academy Trust. We have a clear energy and purpose, and all students are valued equally, regardless of their background or ability. We are a growing Trust currently comprising of 6 Academies, two of which opened in September 2021 and which move to their new buildings in September 2025. The Trust currently has approx. 6000 students and 650 staff. ‘Create your future’ encapsulates our purpose as a Multi Academy Trust: to educate, support and nurture all of our students so they can achieve their potential and fulfil their ambitious aspirations. 

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to support with the provision of an effective and efficient financial service within the Trust. 

 As a fast-growing multi-academy trust, timely, accurate financial information and control is paramount. The role involves high volume processing as well as regular stakeholder engagement.

What we are looking for

We are seeking a well organised, resilient team player, with the ability to prioritise workload to strict deadlines without compromising on quality or customer service.

You can find further details about the role in the job description and person specification. 

What we can offer you

• A competitive salary
• Generous Annual Leave (29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after 5 years)
• Benefits include; LGPS pension scheme, salary sacrifice schemes, free on-site parking and gym facilities
• An opportunity to work with highly skilled professionals
• Enthusiastic and motivated students
• A school with its community at heart
• Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

A full information pack is available on our website www.gosforthgroup.org.uk. If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, please contact either Claire Johnson or Claire Shane on 0191 285100. 

 To apply

Please go to https://gosforthgroup.face-ed.co.uk/vacancies.

 Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date.

Closing date: Tuesday 15th October 2024 at 23:59

Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex-offenders here. 

Gosforth Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will normally be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre-employment checks, including an online check.

 The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

 Following the shortlisting process, where applicable, candidates who attend interview, will be reimbursed reasonable expenses for travel and accommodation.