VACANCY FOR TRUST INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER

Meridian Trust

Salary:

Meridian Trust Support Staff PayScale

Grade 9 , P24

£35,412 

Hours of work:

37 Hours

52 Weeks

(However TTO+ plus candidates may be considered)

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Internal Audit Officer to play a key role in the continued development of our internal audit function. This is an excellent opportunity to support strong governance, effective risk management, and statutory compliance across a growing and ambitious multi-academy trust. 

Reporting to the Director of Operational Services the Internal Audit Officer will provide expert advice and assurance to the Executive Board, Trustees, and Academy Councils. You will lead and support internal audit activity across the Trust, helping to ensure robust systems, controls, and processes are in place to support our strategic vision.

The Opportunity

• To conduct regular internal audit reviews across individual academies assessing risks related currently to: Finance, Human Resources, GDPR, IT, Safeguarding & Governance.
• To audit the Trust and individual academy websites to ensure they are kept up-to-date and are compliant with statutory information requirements.
• To test and evaluate internal controls to ensure compliance with financial procedures, DFE requirements and Trust Policies
• To provide support and guidance to the Directorate, Executive Board, CEO, members and trustees in all matters relating to the internal audit of the Trust.

The ideal candidate 

• Good educational background with experience in internal auditing (education experience desirable)
• Strong knowledge of general accounting, office and administrating procedures and daty entry
•  Excellent reporting, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior leaders and academy staff
• A high level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
•  Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
•  Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
•  Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays        

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities. 

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve.  The Trust currently operates 35 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff.  To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk 

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below. 

 Closing date for applications is: 5^th January 2026 

 Interview to take place on: 9^th January 2026

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. 

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.