Financial Operations Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity within our Financial Operations Service for a self-motivated Financial Operations Assistant providing essential support to the Trust. This role will be based at One Avenue Road, Aston, Birmingham, to work in the office a minimum of 2 days per week, however we do work to hybrid model of working, as part of a flexible team you may be asked to cover at our other location Lifford House, Stirchely, Birmingham. The Financial Operations Team process a range of financial transactions, supporting services across Birmingham Children’s Trust. Eg: petty cash payments, ordering goods and services via a variety of methods, making payments to carers and individuals, and dealing with general/complex administrative tasks and queries via phone/email/face to face. We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting. This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.
About you:

• You are able to work flexibly within a diverse team, providing support and cover when required to ensure continuity of service
• You play a key role in the smooth day-to-day operation of the service and are highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines
• You thrive in a team environment, are customer- and child-focused, and approach your work with flexibility and professionalism
• You bring a positive, “can-do” attitude and are committed to delivering high-quality service and strong performance
• You are a collaborative team player, focused on achieving excellent outcomes while adapting to changing demands

Key skills and attributes we are seeking in your personal statement include:

• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to work accurately and effectively (including good literacy and numeracy skills)
• A proactive, self-motivated approach, with the ability to use your own initiative to support and achieve business objectives
• Flexibility and the ability to multitask, including providing support across different roles within the team
• Proven experience of working in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, managing multiple and changing priorities to meet deadlines and business goals
• A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

For further details please contact Cathrine Stones, Business Support Team Leader - cathrine.stones@birminghamchildrenstrust.co.uk, 07921 240581

Additional Information

Interview date: TBC

Onboarding Process: Please note as part of our onboarding process, the successful candidate will be required undergo a series of background checks with Experian Including Experian Right to Work, and Digital ID verification. These are essential pre-employment requirements.

Our Benefits:

• A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.
• Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use!
• Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!
• Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns.
• Pension Scheme - You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the local government pension scheme.

Benefits

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.