We are seeking to recruit a committed and dynamic Finance Officer to join our team at Wade Deacon High School. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate financial acumen, good organisational skills with excellent attention to detail, and be a confident communicator.
As Finance Officer you will assist in efficiently processing orders, invoices, deliveries, income, petty cash, chase debtors and undertake other finance administration, as directed by the School Business Manager. You will also be responsible for the line management and appraisal of the Finance Clerk who will be a part of your overall team.
If you have excellent organisational skills, good communication skills both verbal and written, have the ability to set and maintain high standards and initiate and adapt to change we would like to hear from you. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate experience of cash handling and have knowledge of financial regulations.Experience of a computerised finance system and working in an education establishment is desirable.
Full details of the post, including the job description and how to apply are available in the job pack below;
![]() | Location Wade Deacon High School |
![]() | Salary NJC Grade 6 (£25,927 to £27,514) |
![]() | Employment type Full time |
![]() | Contract Type Permanent |
![]() | Closing date for applications Monday 6th June at 9am |
![]() | Send applications to jobs@wadedeacon.co.uk |
![]() | Interview Date Week commencing 13th June |
![]() | Start Date as soon as possible |
![]() | Further information Prospective candidates are welcome to visit the school for a tour. Prospective candidates who wish to visit should contact the school via the above methods to register their interest in attending. Please note that a pre-application visit is optional and will not be taken into consideration when shortlisting applications. |
Application Form (Word version)
Application Form (pdf version)
Supplementary Information (Word version)
Supplementary Information Form (pdf version)
The Wade Deacon Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory medical clearance and evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. If you are shortlisted for interview, you will be asked to complete a Criminal Records Self-Disclosure form.
Wade Deacon Trust
Birchfield Road
Widnes
WA8 7TD
Tel: 0151 458 3400
Email: trust@wadedeacontrust.co.uk