Finance Officer (non supervisory) - Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Salary: Grade G (Scale point 12-14 dependant on experience) £29,064-£31,022 pro rata

Hours of work: 18 hours a week - Pattern of work can be arranged with suitable candidate but ideally would be 3 days a week working 6 hours day. Contracted weeks 44.85, to includeTeacher Training Days (if taken on an agreed working day).

Contract type: Permanent

This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Longleaze Primary School for further information.

We are looking for an enthusiastic School Finance Officer who will work under the direction of the School’s Office Manager to provide an efficient and effective financial support service to the Headteacher and the Governors. They will ensure that services are delivered in accordance with service objectives, financial regulations, and within written guidelines and frameworks set by the School Financial Regulations and Wiltshire Local Authority.

The successful candidate will:

• have excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
• demonstrate the ability to work flexibly as part of a team in a busy environment
• be well organised, motivated and efficient
• be able to prioritise work and meet deadlines
• be proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel and Financial Management Systems
• have previous financial experience of working within financial regulations (preferably in a school setting) and have knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable, school fund, budget setting, lettings…
• be in receipt of some formal accountancy training or qualifications

In addition to finance related responsibilities there is an expectation to complete other administrative duties:

• cover our busy front office and in doing so, communicate in a professional and courteous manner, both verbally and in writing, with all visitors, contractors, parents, staff and pupils
• provide a timely telephone and reception service to the school, ensuring that enquiries are dealt with promptly, courteously and that confidentiality is always maintained
• maintain staff and pupil records
• be in receipt of First Aid training and administer first aid as necessary
• update the school’s website and the school’s social media posts
• assist with parent/carer evenings events and/or any other activities
• participate in induction training, the staff appraisal process and professional development opportunities

We offer you:

• A positive, supportive and friendly team of staff and governors
• An induction programme led by Wiltshire Accounting Support
• Opportunities and commitment to your professional development
• Membership of Wiltshire Rewards

Find out more and apply:

For further details and an application form, please contact Mrs Liz Radford in the School Office, Longleaze Primary School, Byron Avenue. Royal Wootton Bassett, Wiltshire.  SN4 8BA

Email:  or Telephone:

School visits are welcome from potential candidates.

Completed applications form and letters of application should be addressed to Mrs Laura Oakes, Head Teacher

Closing date (and time): Friday 1st May 2026 at 9am

Interview date: Week beginning Monday 4th May 2026

Commencement date: Start Term 6 Monday 1st June or sooner

Longleaze Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands and warnings that are not ‘protected’ under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 & 2020). An enhanced DBS check will be required for the successful applicant.

Job Description SCH295 - Finance Officer (Primary) (No Supervision).pdf

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