At a Glance
- Tasks: Process financial transactions and maintain accurate finance records to support decision-making.
- Company: Join the Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust, a family of 15 schools focused on improvement.
- Benefits: Be part of a supportive team with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Other info: Commitment to safeguarding children and promoting equal opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your finance skills.
- Qualifications: Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach are essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
About This Role
The Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust (ODBST) is an ambitious and aspirational family of 15 schools united by a clear focus on school improvement. Our mission is to empower our unique schools to excel, enabling our children and young people to "experience life in all its fullness." We are proud to serve communities of all faiths and none, with our schools existing to provide exceptional education and care to their local communities. We foster a deep sense of belonging across our Trust, where pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community feel proud to be part of our family.
The Role
Join a team that’s making a difference! Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust (ODBST) is on the lookout for an enthusiastic Finance Officer to be part of our newly centralised finance team. We are looking for an outstanding individual with a proactive and positive approach, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication and interpersonal skills. In this role you will be responsible for processing a broad range of financial transactions and maintaining accurate, high‑quality finance and payroll records to support effective decision‑making and service delivery. You will also assist with financial reporting and reconciliations, support budget monitoring activities, and contribute to both internal and external audit processes.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. All post holders in regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check. The ODBST is an Equal Opportunities employer.
This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 because it is a post which involves working directly with children or young people and the applicant is required to declare any criminal convictions (or cautions or bind‑overs) including those which are “spent.” The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013, 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Disclosure and Barring Service website: Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Finance OfficerEDV/2026/ODBST/60223 in Princes Risborough employer: Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust
The Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust (ODBST) is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. As part of a centralised finance team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful educational outcomes while enjoying professional growth through ongoing training and development. Located in a vibrant community, ODBST values collaboration and innovation, ensuring that every staff member feels valued and empowered to make a difference.
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Oxford Diocesan Bucks Schools Trust Recruitment Team
