Finance Assistant

Employer
Futura Learning Partnership
Location
Bristol, Bristol
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Part Time
Salary
Grade 5 SCP 11 FTE £28,142
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
12th January 2026 11:59 PM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1522191
Job Reference
FLP-R1304
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Contract Length: until 31st May 2026
  • Job ID: 1522191

Are you a passionate professional ready to build your future?

Do you want to work in a supportive environment where your skills and contributions are valued?

Join us!

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an environment where every employee – whether in teaching, support, or leadership – can flourish. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the very best talent by creating a culture that values professional development, wellbeing, and inclusion.

Your Role in Building Brighter Futures

As a Finance Assistant for Futura, you will play a key role in contributing to the delivery of Futura’s mission statement of “Building the brightest future for all, enabling every individual to flourish.” We are looking for an individual who is passionate about living our values and making a positive impact across our Trust.

As Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for:

Processing invoices and purchase orders in line with Trust procedures

Creating and verifying new supplier accounts

Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries

Raising sales invoices and supporting debt collection

Supporting internal customers and maintaining financial controls

Contributing to continuous improvement and compliance with finance policies

Providing cover for finance colleagues and attending meetings as required

What You’ll Bring to Futura

Holds 5 GCSEs (grade C or above) including Maths and English (AAT part-qualified or equivalent desirable)

Has practical experience in a finance environment (education sector experience desirable)

Demonstrates strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills

Is proficient in Excel and financial systems (e.g., PSF)

Shows commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding, and GDPR compliance

Embodies Futura values: Respect, Opportunity, Collaboration, and Aspiration

What We Offer to Support Your Growth

Professional Development: CPD, inset days, secondments, and leadership programmes

Wellbeing Support: Flexible working, mental health support, and wellbeing events

Staff Benefits: Generous pension schemes, health cashback plans, and retail discounts

Sustainability Commitment: Climate and Nature initiatives across all schools

Inclusive Culture: Collaboration and diversity are celebrated across our Trust

Key Information:

Application Deadline: 07/12/2025

Interview Date: Shortly after

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Type: Fixed Term until 31/05/2026

Hours: 30-35

2 days working at the Leigh Court site and 3 days working from home

Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.


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Safeguarding Statement:

Futura Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Your suitability to work with children and young people will form part of the selection process. For this post, prior to appointment Futura Learning Partnership will apply for a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring check, a Children’s Barred list check, two satisfactory references, one of which must be from your existing/most recent employer and completed by a Headteacher/appropriate senior manager/HR Lead, satisfactory pre-employment health screening, online searches and for Teachers, a Prohibition Check in relation to the children’s workforce. In some settings a Declaration will be required in order to meet our obligations under the ‘Disqualification under the Childcare Act 2006.

Equal Opportunities:

At Futura Learning Partnership, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to supporting our staff to achieve

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