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Organisation:                           Inspire Education Trust

Department                              Central Finance Team -

Job Title:                                  Apprentice Finance Administrator

Salary:                                      £210 per week

Employment Status:                Fixed Term

Working hours:                        37 per week

Working weeks:                       All-year-round

A great opportunity has arisen within Inspire Education Trust - The Trust is looking to recruit a full time apprentice Finance Administrator to join a relatively newly formed Central Finance Function. The finance administration team is part of a larger team that undertakes the finance function for the academies within the trust.

The successful candidate will work at Hearsall Community Academy CV5 6LR under the direction of the Finance Officer - Compliance and Financial Administration and will work within the Finance Administrators. The appointment is a Trust appointment and you may be expected to work at any other Academy within the Trust.

You should be highly organised, able to prioritise, have good communication & ICT skills and a background of financial administration is desirable but not essential as training will be given on the job and though your apprenticeship training.

The main aspect of this role will be undertaking accounts payable work such as raising & inputting orders & payment of invoices and accounts receivable. The post holder will be first point of contact for visitors, staff, and for answering telephone queries. Ideally you will already have some experience working and dealing with people however more importantly will be your enthusiasm and commitment to the role and your professional development.

A career at Inspire Education Trust offers a rewarding future, with the opportunity to make a real impact on the lives and outcomes of our young people. We work hard to provide an environment which places staff wellbeing at the forefront of the agenda, as well as providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development. It is a priority for us to ensure our workforce is thriving, fulfilled and engaged.

As such, we offer a portfolio of benefits designed to enhance and support the working lives of our staff. These include, but are not limited to:

• A highly supportive and committed executive leadership team
• An effective continuing professional development (CPD) programme for all staff
• Employee Assistance Programme which offers 24/7 confidential advice and support on a range of matters and free access to accredited counsellors
• A focus on staff well-being including free counselling and wellbeing training, a trust wellbeing committee, a network of wellbeing champions and a supportive working environment
• Opportunity to join a committed and forward-thinking team of staff
• Employee Benefits platform providing staff access to a range of benefits such as shopping discounts

We will support you and pay for your apprenticeship fees though LMP Education – training provider to achieve Assistant Accounting Level 3. See attached details on the course.

You are welcome to arrange a visit to Hearsall Community Academy or if you would like an informal chat about this role please contact Antoinette Heffernan on 07753 298291 or by email at aheffernan@ietrust.org 

Application forms to be returned by email to Josh Smith josh.smith@ietrust.org by 12 Noon Friday 3rd September 2021.

Closing Date: 12:00pm Friday 3^rd September 2021   

Interview Date: Friday 10^th September 2021

Equalities Statement: Inspire Education Trust is clear about its responsibilities in embracing diversity and ensuring we recruit people of a high calibre based on their skills, abilities, and experience. As such, we welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Key Requirements: The appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory vetting checks including references and an enhanced DBS.

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

Please note we will communicate any interview arrangements with you via email, so please check your email account on a regular basis after the closing date.

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