We’re looking for a reliable and detail-focused Finance Assistant to support the Business Manager in delivering effective financial management.

The successful candidate will be responsible for a wide range of day-to-day finance activities, including:

• processing orders, invoices, expenses and credit card transactions;
• administering and reconciling school trips, visits and events;
• managing the parent online payment system;
• monitoring and chasing outstanding payments;
• maintaining a variety of financial registers and records
• you will also play an important role in preparing for and supporting internal and external audits and liaising with auditors as required

Knowledge of Bromcom an advantage (although training will be given).

We offer:

• Any relevant training
• Being part of a well-established supportive team
• Joining a wonderful school community consisting of enthusiastic pupils, supportive parents and governors and dedicated staff.

Visits are warmly welcomed. Job description and application forms are on the school’s website or email office@kennetvalley.w-berks.sch.uk

Closing date and shortlisting: Monday 21st September 2026 at 12pm
Interviews: Thursday 24th September 2026 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found

Kennet Valley Primary is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and is in line with the guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches. We shall ensure fairness and equal opportunities throughout our workforce and in service delivery.