Financial Office Assistant

Description:

Oxford Outcomes is seeking a Part-Time Financial Office Assistant to support the operations at Bestwood Village School in Nottingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrative or finance professional to join a term-time only, permanent role supporting a newly established school.

The successful candidate will provide administrative and financial support to the Senior Leadership Team, including processing invoices, managing purchase orders, budget tracking, maintaining pupil records, and liaising with local authorities and the central team. This position requires someone comfortable working under deadlines, committed to confidentiality, and adaptable to school needs.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Supporting financial functions such as budgeting and invoice processing via FocalPoint

• Coordinating with the Office Manager, Facilities Manager, and central teams

• Using systems like iSAMS to manage school and pupil data

• Assisting in maintaining up-to-date student records and scanning documentation

• Contributing to creating a paperless administrative environment

• Assisting with general office duties and ensuring efficient operations

About the School:
Bestwood Village School is a new, purpose-built setting designed for pupils with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Opening in September 2024, the school will accommodate up to 30 pupils, and this role is central to ensuring the financial and administrative structure of the institution supports its mission. The school is part of Options Autism, under the umbrella of the Outcomes First Group, a national leader in autism education and care services.

Why Join Options Autism:

• Life Assurance

• Pension scheme with optional increased contributions

• Access to mental and physical health support programs

• Flexible benefits via Vista (including insurance, discount schemes, electric car purchase, etc.)

• Cycle to Work and Critical Illness cover

• Opportunity to work in a rewarding environment impacting children’s lives