Finance Officer Full time, temporary contract Commencing June 2025 until 31/12/25 initially, with the opportunity to become permanent (37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year term time plus 10 days directed time during the school holidays) Thank you for your interest in this important role in our school. The successful candidate will play an important part in administrating the finance operations of the School, working as part of the wider administrative team. We are very proud of our inclusive and aspirational school, and we have exceedingly high expectations of every single one of our students. We take great pride in enabling them to grow and to flourish. In order for that to happen, our students need to do two simple things - work hard and be kind. Our students and staff thrive in a community where consistency and routines go alongside us knowing each student well and supporting them to reach their potential. We have the benefit of a magnificent award-winning school building that was recently completed under the 21st Century Schools programme. It is a wonderful modern facility that has education at its heart. Located in the centre of Monmouth, we serve our local community as well as other nearby areas in both Wales and England. We number around 1,700 students and 200 staff, and we are over-subscribed in every year group. We are absolutely determined to provide an exceptional standard of education for every child that comes to our school, so that they have the opportunity to lead happy and successful lives. Our approach to Curriculum for Wales is founded on the importance of subjects and on the principle of powerful knowledge. Our work on this is the subject of a recent Estyn case study to share our practice more widely. Our pedagogy is founded on the research evidence of learning and on how to maximise student progress. We are fully comprehensive and provide for a wide range of learning needs. Currently there are 14% of the school population on the Register for Additional Learning Needs. We also have an integrated Specialist Resource Base, which is also the subject of a recent Estyn case study for its exceptionally strong provision. Students come from a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds and the rolling average for FSM is 13.8%. We welcome applications from candidates whose personal qualities and values reflect those in the person specification, and whose experiences also place them in a strong position to deliver the job description. A full induction programme and meaningful professional learning is offered to all staff. You will find us to be a supportive, collaborative group of colleagues, who work to provide an exceptional standard of education for all of the students in our care. We take great pride in what we do, and we continue to be wildly ambitious for what we can achieve together in the future. Purpose of the Job The purpose of the role is to assist in the organisation and maintenance of the School’s Finance systems, including ordering and payment of invoices within Agresso. Responsibilities Raise orders for supplies and equipment and registering invoices for payment in Agresso, ensuring that authorisation has been received from the relevant budget holder. Maintain Imprest reimbursement system; raising cheques for individuals/suppliers when necessary, and ensuring appropriate budgetary authorisation. Keep an accurate record of expenditure, preparing monthly bank reconciliations for approval by Business Manager. Ensure all income is regularly banked and correctly coded; preparation of weekly banking for cheques/cash received for depositing and approval by Business Manager prior to submission to MCC. Ensure all income/expenditure is correctly coded to ensure maximum use of all budgets and grants, preparing regular statements for budget holders for approval by the Business Manager, keeping them up to date with departmental costs including photocopying and other resources purchased. Advise budget holders of approved suppliers and assist them to gain value for money and prompt delivery maximising budgets and minimising potential disruption to teaching and learning. Undertake other duties in connection with the administration of the scheme of financial delegation as may become necessary and as discussed and agreed with the postholder. Education/Qualifications/Experience/Skills Relevant qualification in literacy and numeracy at NVQ Level 2 or equivalent - essential AAT or equivalent qualification - desirable General administrative background - essential Experience of participating and working in a team - essential Experience of school, college or training setting - desirable A good knowledge of general IT packages e.g. Excel, Word - essential Application Application forms can be downloaded - we do not accept CVs. Completed paper applications should be returned to: Mrs Laura Claypole, Monmouth Comprehensive School, Old Dixton Road, Monmouth NP25 3YT. Closing Date: Tuesday 20th May at 12 noon Interview Process Interview Date: Friday 23rd May Safeguarding Child and Adult Safeguarding are key priorities for the School and Council. We aim to support children and adults at risk to be as safe as they can and fulfil their potential. You are responsible for playing your part in the well-being, safety and protection of children and adults at risk. You will have a responsibility to participate in training to the appropriate level of safeguarding and have a duty to fulfil your personal responsibilities for safeguarding. Appointment to this post is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check. Candidates must be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection and safeguarding, health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection, reporting all concerns to the appropriate person. Monmouthshire County Council is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Applications are welcome in English or in Welsh, and will be treated equally. Safeguarding Statement Monmouth Comprehensive School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.. Location : Monmouth, Gwent