Finance Officer 

37 hours per week: 8am–4pm
Term Time + 2 weeks, to be worked Inset & holidays (39 weeks).
Salary range: Grade F, £27,269–£31,067 pro-rata.

The Burghfield Common Federation is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every child and adult can succeed. We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Finance Officer to join our Federation. 

Responsibilities will include management of school budget, financial reporting, personnel, payment processing and payroll administration. Based over two sites. Other responsibilities include dealing with parents and children. Good IT skills are essential. Knowledge of Bromcom would be an advantage but not essential as training will be given. 

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with financial experience to come and join our friendly and supportive office team. 

Our successful candidate will have the following: 

• Has experience working in finance in schools 
• Ability to ensure accurate, timely financial management and strategic planning. You’ll thrive in a dynamic setting where precision, initiative and collaboration are valued. 
• A welcoming, happy and friendly face to pupils, parents, staff and visitors 
• Is organised, methodical and accurate and can prioritise their own workload 
• Has excellent literacy, numeracy and IT skills 
• Excellent communication, organised, interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team 
• A caring approach understanding that the pupils at our school are the centre of everything we do 
• Enjoys working in a busy environment 
• Be reliable, flexible and positive 
• Will contribute to the overall ethos, work and aims of the school 

We can offer: 

• A positive, caring and welcoming ethos 
• Supportive colleagues, parents and governors 
• Flexibility 
• Professional development and training 
• A comprehensive staff well-being package 

Visits to both our schools are warmly welcomed and encouraged. A full recruitment pack can be downloaded from our website: www.mrsblandsinfants.co.uk 

Applications will be considered upon receipt.
Interviews: We reserve the right to interview on receipt of suitable applications. 

Please note that applications will not be considered without a completed application form.

Mrs Bland’s Infant and Nursery School and Garland Junior School
Jordans Lane, Burghfield Common, Reading, Berkshire RG7 3LP
Tel: 0118 9832332
Email: recruitment@theburghfieldcommonfederation.org

THE BURGHFIELD COMMON FEDERATION

The Burghfield Common Federation is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All posts are subject to pre-employment check, including social media check and references will be sought and successful candidates will need to undertake an enhanced DBS check.