Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Business Partner to join our fantastic central team at Prospere Learning Trust.

This is a full-time permanent post working 35 hours per week all year round. Salary Grade 9 45,718- 49,764 per annum, the role will be predominately office based.

We're looking for:

We are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join our central Trust Finance team. You will need to be self-motivated with a drive for accuracy, but you will also be a confident collaborator and networker, able to establish and nurture effective working relationship with stakeholders across the organisation.



You will provide a full Finance Business Partner service to designated schools, acting as the lead for all financial advice and support, both at a strategic and operational level. You will offer a key link between the Trust central team and the schools and provide oversight of school-based staff carrying out finance duties, ensuring schools are complying with Trust financial procedures.


You will need to demonstrate the below essential experience:

Extensive experience working in financial management. Excellent working knowledge of core accounting concepts. Ability to complete core transactional work alongside strategic level responsibilities. Demonstrable expertise in the completion of financial reports Experience of budget management and monitoring and managing financial risks

Desired Qualifications

Part or Full qualified Accountant ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CIPFA, or fully qualified AAT

Main purpose of the job:

Reporting to the Head of Finance you will be responsible for producing all financial information for the school, including monthly management accounts, the annual budget and longer-term forecasting. Providing proactive and sound financial advice to school leaders and governors and ensuring financial training and development needs are identified and appropriate training delivered.


Key responsibilities will include:

Production of management accounts in line with the Trust reporting timetable, including a YTD I&E against budget, Balance Sheet, capital review and variance narrative. Ensuring that all month end adjustments such as prepayments and accruals are recorded accurately and posted on a timely basis. Reviewing the monthly management accounts to identity and address any areas of over/under spend, in partnership with Headteachers and Executive Headteachers. Monitoring spend on capital projects, ensuring all relevant costs have been capitalised and budgets are closely monitored. Presenting the monthly management accounts to the Local Governing Board. Supporting with internal and external audits as required.

To find out more about the full responsibilities of the role and/or to ensure you meet the essential criteria, please review the attached job description.


To be considered please apply by following the online application process, Interviews are likely take place on Tuesday 6th May at our central Greenacres office.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them.

We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

High quality CPD for all roles

Bupa Level 1 Health Plan

- annual cash back allowance for a range of every day health care expenses

Generous Pension Contribution

- over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff

26 days annual leave

plus bank holidays,

increasing to 31 days

with 5 years' service

Cyclescheme

- save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free

Employee Assistance Programmes

- including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines

Credit Union

- regular savings, Christmas saving scheme and access to affordable loans

Flexible working options

- we're happy to talk flexible working where possible

Mental Health First Aid

in every school

Blue Light Card

- discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more

bYond cashback card

- spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust: prospere.org.uk

About Prospere Learning Trust

Prospere Learning Trust is a high performing, inclusive and innovative Trust comprising of 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester.


We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of

an exceptional education for all

. We believe that

great schools thrive because of the great people in them

.

We are driven by our core values:

Inclusion

- we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes.

Comprehensive education

we welcome all people from our local community.

Excellence

high standards institutionally, academically and in personal development.

Expertise

great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential.

Collaboration

we believe we are stronger together.

Reflection

we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research.

At Prospere Learning Trust,

we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow

. We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools.


To support our staff, we come together as a

collaborative learning community

, with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.


Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.


Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application packs or support, contact us at 0161 527 7953 or jobs@prospere.org.uk.