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We are looking for a part time Finance Assistant who can provide an efficient and effective data service for the School.

Reporting to the Finance Manager you will work alongside a counterpart part time Finance Assistant to provide efficient and professional support to our finance function, primarily the 'Accounts Receivable' function.

About The Role:

As an organised, strong communicator you will:

• Complete and process orders and requisitions
• Check and process invoices and credit card transaction documentation
• Maintain the preferred suppliers list, and set up new suppliers as required
• Prepare BACS file documentation, and work with Finance Manager on associated processes.
• Work as part of a small Finance team to ensure timely and professional response to queries or enquiries from all stakeholders (pupils, staff, parents and suppliers).

About You:

• You'll have some experience of general office administration and finance processes.
• You'll be comfortable working with finance software systems and Microsoft Office.
• You'll be able to manage time effectively, and able to use initiative to resolve queries or challenges.

Benefits:

• Auto-enrolment into a contributory pension scheme (LGPS for support staff, employer contribution 25%)
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• CPD through internal and external providers (including a subscription to National College)
• Employee Support Programme offering retail discounts and vouchers, a 24/7 confidential advice line, and counselling.
• Specsavers Eye care vouchers
• Free use of the sports facilities

Key terms:

• Hours: 18 hours per week (over Monday, Tuesday and Friday). Please note that whilst exact working hours are negotiable with the successful candidate, the working days are fixed.
• Term time plus the equivalent of two week's hours to be worked during school holidays
• Duration: Permanent
• Location: Based on site within the school (please note due to the nature of the role tasks, there is no working from home applicable to this post)
• Remuneration: The Essex Schools' Local Government Scale 5, Point 9 (within ranges 9-12). FTE £27,254 gross per annum, actual £11,926 gross per annum. Figures include an element of holiday pay.

To Apply:

Please download an application form from our website and complete in full (Word document), then email to us. There is a section on the form to articulate your reasons for applying for the post and your suitability. CV's alone will not be accepted due to safeguarding procedures.

Applications Deadline: 5th October 2025

Start date: 1st November 2025 (with expected handover dates prior to this)

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview. The need to appoint quickly means we reserve the right to appoint at any time.

Contact: Applicants who require further information should contact the HR Managervia the contact details on our website

Information about the School

At Southend High School for Boys, talent is nurtured and learning is valued. Challenge is welcomed, participation is expected and achievement is prized. Pupils are happy, and prosper at the school.

We are an oversubscribed grammar school, complimented on our latest (2015) outstanding OFSTED inspection on all aspects, including our success in promoting good pupil attitudes and behaviour.

As a grammar school, high academic expectations are central to our purpose, and these are sustained through an extensive programme of support and guidance. Pupils develop their confidence and enthusiasm through a wide range of creative, sporting and other endeavours.

Southend High School for Boys stands on a superb site within walking distance of Prittlewell Station and the centre of Southend. Pupils retain fond memories of their years at the school, and stay in contact for many years.