Senior Finance Officer

Salary:              Scale SO2 (point 26-28)

Actual Salary: £35,521 - £37,182

Hours:               36hrs x 41 weeks per annum (term time plus 2 weeks)

Start date: ASAP

Would you like to work at a school that has a prestigious past, a wonderful present and a bright future? Would you like to work in a well-established school, proudly rated Good by Ofsted in January 2024. If so, we would like to hear from you.

Our aim is to prepare our boys for the world, both academically and socially. We expect hard work, good manners and in turn provide learning opportunities where all can fulfil their potential. Our motto, “Tant Que Je Puis” (As Much As I Can) is at the heart of our School community and we actively encourage both staff and students to strive for this aspiration. If you share our vision, we would strongly encourage you to apply.

We are currently looking to appoint an experienced finance professional to join our Finance team. We are seeking a meticulous, supportive, and dedicated individual with exceptional IT skills. The successful candidate will report to the Finance and Operations Manager and should be confident in preparing financial reports and managing day to day financial transactions. Knowledge of school or government finance, resourcefulness, and a willingness to support our students are essential for this role.

Enfield Grammar School is an 11-18 boys’ comprehensive school located in the heart of Enfield Town. For more information about the School, please visit www.enfieldgrammar.org

We Offer:

• Strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Access to opportunities for self-development and regular Continuing Professional Development sessions.
• A health care plan, including reimbursement for optical, dental, physiotherapy and a range of other areas, access and counselling.
• On site gym facility.

You Will:

• Be passionate about education and committed to contributing to the School community.
• Have the highest standards at all times to ensure maximum progress and outcomes for our students.
• Be able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Have the ability to build and develop good relationships.
• Be a positive role model.

How to Apply:

To apply please complete and submit an application form to applications@enfieldgrammar.org or online via the TES portal (https://www.tes.com/jobs/) or DfE website (https://teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk). If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Ms M Roberts, Finance and Operations Manager, on 020 8363 1095.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments will be subject to receipt of satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and pre-employment checks.

Closing date for applications: Monday 6 January 2025 (12 noon)

Interviews will take place on Thursday 9 January 2025

Please note that we will be shortlisting for this role as applications are received, so the closing date is subject to change.

Ofsted January 2024:

“The school has established a caring and positive culture. The school community of parents and carers, pupils and staff respect each other.”

 “Leaders have built an ambitious and demanding curriculum, including for the sixth form. All pupils are expected to achieve well, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND).”

 “Pupils speak to staff with courtesy. They understand that staff are looking after each pupil’s best interests.”

 “Leaders have established a culture of mutual respect with their staff. Teachers are proud to work at this school and feel they are listened to, including those at the start of their careers.”