Central Finance Assistant

Salary: Surrey scale 4 - £25,879

Benefits: Generous pension and holiday entitlement, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay

CEO - Alex Russell

We are seeking a Central Finance Assistant to join our team at Bourne Education Trust.

In support of the Central Finance Team, the Central Finance Assistant will assist in the day to day running of the finance systems and the financial administrative functions for Bourne Education Trust.

Based at Epsom and Ewell High School (travel to other Trust sites may be required)

About Bourne Education Trust

Bourne Education Trust (‘BET’) is a successful multi-academy trust made up of twenty four schools (plus three further associate schools), across primary, secondary and specialist school phases in Surrey, Hampshire and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.

BET's strapline 'Transforming schools; changing lives' reflects our shared commitment that all children, regardless of context or background, deserve a great education. Together we are passionate about developing sustainable and ethical environments, promoting social justice and maintaining the highest standards in our behaviours and values. We learn without borders and we are relentless in our efforts to support our pupils through new and innovative ways by embracing new technologies. Digital education is at the forefront of our joint approach and we are resolute in our belief that digital innovation has the ability to enrich and transform – reimagining the future of education in our schools.

Details

Position: Central Finance Assistant

Location: Based at Epsom and Ewell High School, Surrey (travel to other Trust sites may be required)

Contract: Permanent, full time

Salary: Surrey scale 4 - £25,879

Benefits

• Generous workplace pension through LGPS
• Generous holiday entitlement – 26 days plus 8 days bank holiday = 34 days
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure financial probity in all activities and support other staff to ensure that financial procedures are appropriately followed in relation to authorisation and approval
• Ensure the Bourne Education Trust Financial Management Manual is adhered to at all times
• Raise purchase orders, setup new suppliers and process invoices/credit notes for payment

Requirements include:

Essential

• An awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Ability to demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to evidence experience of prioritising, planning, organising, and meeting deadlines

For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website.

Our Culture

At Bourne Education Trust, we value colleagues who are:

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity

How to apply for this role:

Please click 'Quick Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered.

The closing date for this vacancy is the 21st October 2026. However we strongly recommend applying early to have the best possible chance of being considered. Applications will be considered on receipt, and we retain the right to amend the closing date and withdraw this vacancy if we have received sufficient applications.

Bourne Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare and safety of its staff and pupils, and follows safeguarding interview procedures. We expect all candidates to meet the highest standard of safeguarding and successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Bourne Education Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all colleagues, pupils and other stakeholders. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. In advertising our vacancies, we are committed to accommodating diverse needs. If you require the applicant job pack to be supplied in a different format, please don't hesitate to contact us and we will do our best to provide a suitable alternative.

Job specification

School

Bourne Education Trust

Location

Ruxley Lane Epsom Surrey, KT19 9JW

School type

Primary, Secondary, Specialist, AP

Job Posted

02/10/2026

Role

Finance

Subject

Finance

Employment type

Support staff - full time/year round

Closing date

21/10/2026

Start date

ASAP

Job reference

FA1026