At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Finance Department with credit control, billing, and banking tasks.
- Company: Join Felsted, a prestigious independent school with a rich history.
- Benefits: Enjoy free lunch, gym access, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Fixed term role with great career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on finance experience while completing your Level 3 Apprenticeship.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for finance and learning.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
Starting salary £18,000. 18 month Fixed Term | 37.5 hours per week | 52 weeks per annum.
We have an exciting opportunity to join our established Finance Department as an Apprentice Finance Assistant. The aim of this role is to support in the smooth running of the Finance Department, providing support in Credit control, Billing, Purchase ledger and Banking. The role will provide experience of all areas of the finance department and will enable the successful applicant to complete the L3 Apprenticeship as an Accountants Assistant. This is a fixed term role for 18 months or until the end of the Apprenticeship whichever is sooner. The working hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5:00pm all year round.
Benefits include:
- Free life assurance
- Parking
- A contributory pension scheme (matched at 4%)
- Membership availability to the School’s healthcare scheme (via BUPA)
- Free lunch on full days worked
- Free hot drinks supplied and lunch provided
- Annual salary reviews
- Free use of the Felsted Gym and pool facilities
- Subsidised on-site Coffee Shop
- Membership to Felsted Connect; an online multi-platform engagement tool where employees have access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and offers from online and high-street retailers
Closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday 13 August 2026 at 9:00am. We reserve the right to close this role early if required.
Felsted is committed to equal opportunities and maintaining a safe and secure environment for all pupils and a ‘culture of vigilance’ to safeguard and protect all in its care, and to all aspects of its ‘Safeguarding (Child Protection and Staff Behaviour) Policy’. Please note, it is an offence to apply for this position if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All employees are subject to pre-employment checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.
Apprentice Finance Assistant employer: The Independent Schools Council
Joining Kingsley Explorers Nursery as a Founding Early Years Practitioner means becoming part of a pioneering team dedicated to creating a nurturing and enriching environment for children's growth. With a competitive salary, generous annual leave, and a strong emphasis on professional development, this role offers not just a job, but a meaningful career in early childhood education. Located within the supportive framework of the Independent Schools Council, you will thrive in a culture that values innovation and collaboration.
Contact Details:
The Independent Schools Council Recruitment Team
