Finance Apprentice

Finance Apprentice 36hrs

Job Title: Apprentice Finance Assistant

Grade: Aquinas Level 3

Hours: Full Time - 36 hours per week – 52.14 weeks per year

Salary:Full time range: £26,273 - £27,649 p.a.

Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Closing Date: 17th July 2026 – 9am

We are seeking to appoint an Apprentice Finance Assistant to assist the Trust Financial Controller in all aspects of the Trust’s financial procedures and particularly as part of the Trust’s central purchase ledger team. This is an entry level role and we welcome applications from anyone who can demonstrate the right personal qualities and commitment to the role.

On successful completion of probation, the Trust will support the Apprentice Finance Assistant in studying for financial qualifications, subject to a separate agreement.

The successful candidate will have:

· A proven interest in business/finance and a desire to learn;

· a flexible attitude;

· effective communication skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of people;

· good time management skills and the ability to prioritise tasks;

· good attention to detail; and

· a good sense of humour.

In return, we offer:

· a happy community committed to providing the best education for all our pupils across the Trust, built upon a strong sense of belonging and mutual respect;

· professional development;

· a distinctive local context ensuring we place inclusivity at the heart of all we do;

· a skilled and experienced team of professionals.

· a flexible employer conscious of the needs of busy modern life

· the chance to study for financial qualifications (GCSE C Grade in Mathematics and English is a prerequisite).

Please send your completed Application form, outlining your suitability for the role against the enclosed person specification and job description by email to Aquinas.recruitment@aquinastrust.org