Location: Central Finance Team (Trust wide)
Contract: Fixed term apprenticeship (39 months programme)
Hours: Full-time (with day release for study, where applicable)
Salary: Apprenticeship salary in line with national guidelines
Start Date: Immediately

Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and therefore we reserve the right to hold interviews earlier than stated as needed.

About this role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Finance Apprentice to join our Trust Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity to begin a career in finance within a dynamic multi-academy trust environment, gaining valuable hands-on experience while working towards a recognised finance qualification.

You will support the central finance function across the Trust, working closely with experienced finance professionals and contributing to the effective financial management of our schools.

About you

We are looking for someone who is:

• Interested in building a career in finance
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Confident with numbers and basic IT systems (particularly Excel)
• A strong communicator, able to work with a range of stakeholders
• Reliable, professional, and willing to learn
• Able to work effectively as part of a team

Relevant finance experience is required; full training and support will be provided.

Training & Development

You will receive:

• On-the-job training within the Trust Finance Team
• Support to complete a recognised finance apprenticeship qualification
• Mentoring from experienced finance professionals
• Opportunities to develop technical and professional skills within a Trust-wide setting

Why Joins Us

• Opportunity to work within a supportive Trust-wide finance function
• Exposure to multi-school financial operations
• Structured career development pathway in finance
• Professional and collaborative working environment
• Real responsibility and meaningful experience from day one

Please see the attached file regarding the Level 7 Accountancy and Taxation Professional apprenticeship / role

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY: We are committed to and champion equality and diversity in all aspects of employment within the London Borough of Newham. All employees are expected to understand and promote equality and diversity in the course of their work.

SAFEGUARDING CHILDREN: The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and other pre-employment checks in line with safer recruitments.