Finance Assistant - Hadleigh High School 

Start date: January 2027

Permanent contract

Salary: Grade 3 Point 4 – 6

Hours of work: 25hrs per week – Monday – Friday 5 hours per day / 41 weeks per annum (term time + 5 PD days + 2 further weeks to be worked on a mutually agreed time)

Penrose Learning Trust is an expanding Multi Academy Trust looking for an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join our friendly and passionate team. The main purpose of the role will be to provide finance support to the schools within our Trust, and the post will be based at Hadleigh High School.  

The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of financial procedures, and a good standard of general education is essential. We are also looking for someone who is confident, committed and flexible with good communication, organisation and ICT skills. Preferably with experience of working in a school environment.

If you are looking for a role that provides you with professional challenge, plenty of variety, the opportunity to add value and make a difference, there will be lots to keep you motivated and we look forward to receiving your application. 

Please note that the requirements for this post may require your attendance at all schools within the Trust

If you would like an informal discussion about the role please call Nicola Fairchild – Head of Service - Finance on 01206 489363 ext 1201

Job Description

Person Specification

Application Form

Guidance Notes 

Closing date:  Midday Thursday 26 November 2026.

Interview date: Friday 04 December 2026

Penrose Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to provide references, undergo employment checks and an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.