Finance & Premises Officer 

Permanent contract

36 hours per week (8:15am – 4:00pm)

Term Time Only (Including Twilights and staff training) + 2 weeks 

Grade:  APTC 5 (£32,535 – £33,987 Full-time Salary)

Actual Salary £28,015 per annum, inclusive of 5.9 week’s paid holiday

About us

 Hornchurch High School, a thriving 11-16 mixed comprehensive and member of the Partnership Learning Trust, which is the fastest improving school in Havering, achieving above-average Progress 8 in 2023-24. The school is one of the top three schools in Havering for Attainment 8 2024-25. We are also the very best nationally for outcomes achieved by disadvantaged pupils. Under new leadership since February 2023, the school has embraced an ambitious vision for growth and excellence, making this an exciting time to join our dynamic team.

About the Role

This role is based at Hornchurch High School.

Reporting to the School Business Leader, the Finance & Premises Officer plays an important role in supporting the delivery of accurate, efficient and compliant finance services across the school. This is a varied and hands‑on role, covering accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations and financial administration. You will process purchase orders, invoices, income and payments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial policies and controls, while providing responsive support to colleagues across the school and Trust.

You will also contribute to financial reporting and reconciliation activities, assisting with departmental budget monitoring, preparing reports and supporting internal and external audits.  Accuracy, attention to detail and a strong understanding of finance processes are essential, as is the ability to manage competing deadlines within a fast‑paced environment.

You will also assist the Senior Caretaker to arrange and facilitate all building planned preventative maintenance work, meeting contractors on site, ensuring the maintenance reports are filed in a timely and accurate manner, that all facilities related activities are compliant with health, safety and security procedures and maintain accurate and compliant asset registers where required, alongside the Senior Caretaker.

This role would suit an experienced Finance Assistant or Finance Officer who enjoys working with data, systems and processes, and who takes pride in delivering a high‑quality, customer‑focused service. 

Your Responsibilities and what we are looking for

Please refer to the job profile attached.

Closing Date: Midday, Sunday 10^th May 2026.

Shortlisting: Monday 11^th May 2026

Interview: Wednesday 13^th May 2026

This school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment as such all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and digital screening. Appointments are subject to satisfactory references/medical clearance. We welcome applicants regardless of age, gender, ethnicity or religion. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Headteacher: Ms S Madhvani

Hornchurch High School is part of the Partnership Learning Trust