Finance Officer | Outstanding Primary School | Ealing

Looking to bring your finance expertise into a school where your work will make a genuine impact? An Outstanding primary school in Ealing is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join its business support team on a full-time, permanent basis from October Half Term 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a welcoming and high-achieving school where financial excellence supports outstanding educational outcomes. Working alongside the School Business Manager, you'll play a key role in ensuring the school's financial operations run smoothly while helping to deliver the best possible environment for pupils and staff.

The Role

As Finance Officer, you'll support the day-to-day financial management of the school, ensuring accuracy, compliance and efficient financial processes.

Responsibilities include:

• Processing invoices, purchase orders and supplier payments

• Monitoring budgets and reconciling financial records

• Assisting with monthly management accounts and financial reporting

• Managing income from trips, lettings and parental payments

• Supporting payroll administration and pension submissions

• Maintaining accurate financial records and audit documentation

• Working closely with the School Business Manager on budget planning and forecasting

What Makes This School Different?

The school is recognised for its outstanding leadership, inclusive culture and commitment to staff development. Support staff are highly valued and work collaboratively with teaching colleagues to ensure the school continues to provide an exceptional education for every child.

About You

The successful candidate will have previous experience within a finance or accounting role and be confident managing multiple financial processes simultaneously.

Experience within a school or academy would be advantageous, although candidates with finance experience gained in commercial, public sector or charity organisations are encouraged to apply. Strong Excel skills, excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach are essential.

Salary & Benefits

• £35,000 – £42,000 per annum

• Full-time, permanent position

• October Half Term 2026 start

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Ongoing CPD and professional development

• Staff wellbeing programme

• Friendly and supportive leadership team

• Excellent transport links

Apply

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

If you're looking for a rewarding finance role within an Outstanding primary school where your expertise will be recognised and your contribution will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today.