You will be responsible for maintaining accurate college/school financial records in accordance with Charities Commission and Department for Education guidelines and provide smooth and efficient support to the Commercial Business Manager/Finance Manager and other College and Directorate staff.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the College’s growing team of professional administrators providing a critical link between college staff, suppliers and Directorate and Shaftesbury finance teams.

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, proficient in O365 and have a genuine passion for accurate and detailed administrative processes. You will need a calm and adaptable approach and a willingness to learn, contribute ideas and undertake further training, as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase ledger tasks using the school’s/college’s Financial Management System to purchase resources
• Assisting other finance team members with debt management processes
• Assisting the Admissions team by providing student fee calculations
• Upholding robust financial oversight
• Ensuring spending represents good value for money
• Processing petty cash and credit card expenditure

You will be encouraged to participate in relevant training, meetings, and events, supporting your professional growth through a Personal Development Plan.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and high level of attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent MS365 skills and other information management systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic setting
• Prior experience in a finance support function, preferably in an educational or banking environment

If you are a dedicated, detail-oriented professional with a passion for supporting others in a collaborative setting, we would encourage you to apply. Join Millie College and contribute to our mission of providing an exceptional learning experience for our students.

Safeguarding

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Shaftesbury Millie College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff. It is the responsibility of all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check and will follow our rigorous safer recruitment processes.

Shaftesbury Millie College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.

Equality and Diversity

Shaftesbury is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Shaftesbury aims to create and sustain an inclusive work environment which provides equality of opportunity for everyone and reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. The post holder is required to uphold the Equality and Diversity policy and comply with the code of conduct which sets out our standards of behaviour towards those who use our services or work within them.

Application Process

Job Description and Application Form on request – please contact Cenan Chappell cchappell@victoria.poole.sch.uk

PLEASE PROVIDE A COVERING LETTER WITH YOUR APPLICATION.

Closing date: 26.10.26

Interview Dates: To be confirmed

Early applications are strongly encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the advert should we feel able to appoint an appropriate candidate before the above dates.

Visits to the setting are welcomed, and encouraged, by arrangement.