The Chelmsford Learning Partnership
Finance Assistant
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Finance Assistant – Scale 3 Points 6-7 £25989 - £26403 FTE (Actual £15054 - £15294)
25 hours per week – Term Time (39 Weeks)
Closing date: 17th July 2026
Interview date: TBC
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership
Numbers. Organisation. Impact.
If you thrive on precision, enjoy variety, and want your work to directly support student success—this could be your perfect role.
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is a Trust of 11 schools and is seeking a highly organised, proactive Finance Assistant to work in our central office and play a vital role in keeping our schools running smoothly and efficiently.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a forward-thinking Trust – Chelmsford Learning Partnership
- Work in a supportive, collaborative, and high-performing trust
- Make a tangible difference to students, staff, and the wider community
What You Will Be Doing
- Providing financial assistant and support to the Trust and schools and assist with the day to day running of the department
- Supporting budget monitoring and financial reporting
- Administering school trips and ParentPay systems
- Maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations
- Providing high-quality administrative support across trust operations
Essential Skills & Experience
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in finance, accounting, or financial administration
- Educated to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
- Confident using financial systems and IT packages
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Able to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
- A clear communicator, able to liaise effectively with staff and stakeholders
- Calm under pressure and a strong team player
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You will also bring:
- Strong numeracy and analytical skills
- Confidence supporting and advising staff on financial matters
- A commitment to high professional standards, confidentiality, and accuracy
Safeguarding Commitment
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.
At The Chelmsford Learning Partnership, you will join a team that values excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement—where your contribution truly matters.
Ready to apply?
If you are looking for a rewarding, flexible role where your skills make a real impact—we would love to hear from you.
The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed within its schools to:
- Safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety, and the spiritual and cultural development of children and young people.
- Promoting equality of opportunity and community cohesion where the diversity of different backgrounds and circumstances is appreciated and positively valued.
- The fundamental British values of democracy, the rule of law, individual liberty and mutual respect and tolerance for those with different faiths and beliefs and expects all staff, volunteers, and other workers to share in this commitment.
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As an equal opportunities’ employer, The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join The Chelmsford Learning Partnership.
In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on an application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and satisfactory references. The Chelmsford Learning Partnership is an equal opportunities employer.
Closing Date
2026-07-17
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Overview
Role
Head Office
Salary
Scale 3 Points 6-7 £25989 - £26403 FTE (Actual £15054 - £15294)
Type
Part Time – Permanent
Location
Chelmsford
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