Finance Assistant - 35 hrs pw in Bridgwater

Are you an organised and detail‑oriented individual with experience in finance or administration? Bridgwater College Academy is seeking a proactive and reliable Finance Assistant to join our team and provide high‑quality financial and administrative support to the school. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong numerical skills and a keen eye for detail to contribute to the efficient operation of our finance function while working in a rewarding educational environment.

About the Role

As Finance Assistant, you will support the day‑to‑day financial operations of the Academy, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and in line with school procedures. You will work with colleagues, suppliers, parents, and external agencies to maintain reliable financial records and provide efficient administrative support to the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase orders, invoices, payments, and staff expenses
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
• Recording and reconciling income from trips, lettings, and other activities
• Supporting the management of bank accounts and petty cash
• Monitoring outstanding balances and assisting with debt recovery
• Liaising with suppliers regarding orders, deliveries, and invoices
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems
• Responding to finance‑related enquiries and providing general admin support

About You

We are looking for a well‑organised and detail‑focused individual with experience in finance or administration. You will have a good understanding of basic accounting processes, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage your workload effectively. You should be able to work independently, use your initiative, and maintain confidentiality at all times.

What We Offer

• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• Employee Reward platform including a welcoming and supportive working environment
• The opportunity to make a positive contribution to the education of young people

Closing date for applications: Sunday 19th July 2026 at Midnight

Anticipated Interview Date: Wednesday 22nd July 2026

We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge, skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.

We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, generous local government pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement for all‑year round staff, on‑site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.

We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under‑represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.