Finance Officer (Medway Hub and Central Team)

Salary (Depending on Candidate Base, Skills and Experience) 

Grade 6:  (Spine Points 18-20)  – £35,517-£36,582 per annum (NJC Outer London)               

Grade B1:  (Spine Points 20-25) -  £32,597-£36,363 per annum (NJC England and Wales )

Contract:  Full-Time and Fixed Term (Two years)

Location: Medway Hub Schools and Central Team Office, as well as opportunities to work from home

Hours per Week: 37 Hours per Week, 52 Weeks per Year (Monday-Thursday - 09:00am - 5:30pm, Friday - 09:00am - 5:00pm)

Start Date: As soon as possible

Are you a current or aspiring Finance Officer ready to launch or advance your career in a school setting? We are appointing an exceptional candidate to play a key role in our professional and friendly finance team, supporting our successful Medway region schools, as well as our  Central Accounts Payable and Receivable function.   

The Inspire Partnership is a successful and thriving education Trust proud to serve diverse communities across Medway, Greenwich, and Croydon. Our core mission is to offer a life-changing education to children by ensuring our schools work in collaboration to transform the lives of the children and communities we serve.

To support our mission, the Finance Officer will join our growing Central Team, providing essential services to our Medway schools and the Central Finance function. This is an exciting time to join the Trust as we strengthen professional operational support for our schools, offering exceptional opportunities for candidates seeking to progress their finance career.

The Role

The successful candidate will join the Trust's Central Finance team, collaborating closely with the Trust Finance Leads, Trust Financial Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Headteachers, and budget holders. This role is responsible for the efficient processing of finance transactions for our Medway, Kent schools and Central Team office. Work will be split between one of the Medway schools (which will act as a base) and required monthly attendance for Central Team meetings at Tower Bridge, London.     

This is a perfect opportunity for someone seeking to progress their finance career in the not-for-profit sector. The ideal candidate will be an ambitious, quick learner with strong attention to detail and the confidence to establish themselves as a key contributor to the schools and the Trust Finance Team. Ideally you will have significant experience of financial administration and highly computer literate with strong Excel skills and knowledge of accounting systems e.g. IRIS (PSF). This role will provide excellent career development working as part of a professional, qualified team.

What We Offer

As a Finance Officer with Inspire Partnership Trust, you'll enjoy a range of benefits:

• Ongoing professional development to support your growth

• Commitment to staff wellbeing, as members of the staff wellbeing charter

• Generous Annual Leave to maintain a healthy work-life balance

• Annual Incremental Pay Increases to recognise your dedication

• Enhanced Family Friendly Pay, including maternity, paternity, and enhanced sickness pay

• Local Government Pension Scheme for your future security

• Eye care voucher scheme to support your health and wellbeing

• Extensive Training and Induction program to ensure you feel confident and equipped in your role

Join Us Today

If you are ready to be a part of our dedicated team and make a positive impact on the lives of children, please apply for our Finance Officer (Medway & Central) role.

To find out more about this role please contact Rosemarie Jackson (Trust Finance Lead) on rjackson@inspirepartnership.co.uk or 0208 135 8376.     

Deadline for Applications:  12 noon Friday 27th  February 2026

We reserve the right to close the vacancy at any point, so early applications are advised, as interviews will be ongoing.

The Inspire Partnership Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The Inspire Partnership is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from men and women of all ages from any background and from candidates with disabilities.