School Financial Controller - PART TIME, TERM TIME
| Posting date: | 19 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,220 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | Enhanced Pension Contribution, Subsidised School Fees for children of staff |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 08 January 2026 |
| Location: | WA15 0HF |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | St Ambrose Preparatory School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
School Financial Controller -St Ambrose Preparatory School,
Hale Barns, near Altrincham
‘Where Individual Attention Nurtures Academic Excellence’.
131 pupils-(Ages 3–11)
20 hours per week, 39 weeks per year plus 5.6 weeks paid holiday.
FTE = SCP 27 £38,220, Actual salary £20,118 per annum
Monday key requirement – flexibility for remaining hours.
**PLEASE APPLY VIA THE APPLICATION FORM ON OUR WEBSITE**:
https://stambroseprep.co.uk/staff-vacancies/
Key responsibilities:
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced finance professional to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the finance function within our welcoming and high-achieving Catholic independent prep school.
With 131 exceptionally well-behaved pupils, you will be joining a small team dedicated to strengthening the operational efficiency of our school to support outstanding pupil outcomes.
Reporting to the School Business Manager and the Head, the postholder will be professionally accountable for ensuring that all financial processes operate effectively, accurately, and in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The role will produce high-quality management accounts and financial information to support decision-making.
The successful candidate will hold relevant accounting or finance qualifications and will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, robust systems, and efficient financial operations across the school.
This role will work closely with the School Business Manager, who retains overall accountability with the Head for the school’s financial position, governance, and long-term financial sustainability.
Key responsibilities include:
-Budgeting and forecasting
-Preparation of management accounts
-Cash flow management and monitoring
-Payroll and pensions administration
-Coordination of audits and liaison with auditors
-Billing, income collection, and management of external funding
-Procurement and purchase ledger management
-VAT compliance and adherence to statutory obligations, including tax regulations and compliance with Charity Commission and other legal requirements
Further information can be found in the job description on our website.
As a small team, we work collaboratively and support one another.
Hours can be flexible but must include working on a Monday between 8:30 a.m. to
4:00 p.m., covering the school reception function.
What We Offer:
· A warm and supportive staff environment, where you will be valued and respected across our school community.
-High academic standards, pupils who are eager to learn and professional, supportive colleagues
-Subsidised school fees for children of staff
-Enhanced Pension
-On-site parking and a conveniently accessible central location in Hale Barns
-The opportunity to positively impact the future of a thriving independent school.
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a new colleague who will make a real and meaningful impact.
PLEASE APPLY VIA THE APPLICATION FORM ON OUR WEBSITE:
https://stambroseprep.co.uk/staff-vacancies/
To adhere to safer recruitment guidelines CV'S alone via Indeed or direct cannot be considered.
Please note that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986, and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.
St Ambrose Preparatory School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all of our employees to share this commitment.
How to apply:
Please complete the application form and provide a covering letter outlining how your skills and experience align with the job specification to bursar@stambroseprep.co.uk by Wednesday, 7th January 2026. Please explain any gaps in employment and how your skills and experience fit the role. Please note that although CV’s can be considered to support your application, applications must be via the school application form, to adhere to Safer Recruitment guidelines.
Hale Barns, near Altrincham
‘Where Individual Attention Nurtures Academic Excellence’.
131 pupils-(Ages 3–11)
20 hours per week, 39 weeks per year plus 5.6 weeks paid holiday.
FTE = SCP 27 £38,220, Actual salary £20,118 per annum
Monday key requirement – flexibility for remaining hours.
**PLEASE APPLY VIA THE APPLICATION FORM ON OUR WEBSITE**:
https://stambroseprep.co.uk/staff-vacancies/
Key responsibilities:
We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced finance professional to take responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the finance function within our welcoming and high-achieving Catholic independent prep school.
With 131 exceptionally well-behaved pupils, you will be joining a small team dedicated to strengthening the operational efficiency of our school to support outstanding pupil outcomes.
Reporting to the School Business Manager and the Head, the postholder will be professionally accountable for ensuring that all financial processes operate effectively, accurately, and in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The role will produce high-quality management accounts and financial information to support decision-making.
The successful candidate will hold relevant accounting or finance qualifications and will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, robust systems, and efficient financial operations across the school.
This role will work closely with the School Business Manager, who retains overall accountability with the Head for the school’s financial position, governance, and long-term financial sustainability.
Key responsibilities include:
-Budgeting and forecasting
-Preparation of management accounts
-Cash flow management and monitoring
-Payroll and pensions administration
-Coordination of audits and liaison with auditors
-Billing, income collection, and management of external funding
-Procurement and purchase ledger management
-VAT compliance and adherence to statutory obligations, including tax regulations and compliance with Charity Commission and other legal requirements
Further information can be found in the job description on our website.
As a small team, we work collaboratively and support one another.
Hours can be flexible but must include working on a Monday between 8:30 a.m. to
4:00 p.m., covering the school reception function.
What We Offer:
· A warm and supportive staff environment, where you will be valued and respected across our school community.
-High academic standards, pupils who are eager to learn and professional, supportive colleagues
-Subsidised school fees for children of staff
-Enhanced Pension
-On-site parking and a conveniently accessible central location in Hale Barns
-The opportunity to positively impact the future of a thriving independent school.
We look forward to receiving your application and welcoming a new colleague who will make a real and meaningful impact.
PLEASE APPLY VIA THE APPLICATION FORM ON OUR WEBSITE:
https://stambroseprep.co.uk/staff-vacancies/
To adhere to safer recruitment guidelines CV'S alone via Indeed or direct cannot be considered.
Please note that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Amendment Order 1986, and, as such, it will be necessary for a Submission for Disclosure to be made to the DBS to check for any previous criminal convictions.
St Ambrose Preparatory School is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all of our employees to share this commitment.
How to apply:
Please complete the application form and provide a covering letter outlining how your skills and experience align with the job specification to bursar@stambroseprep.co.uk by Wednesday, 7th January 2026. Please explain any gaps in employment and how your skills and experience fit the role. Please note that although CV’s can be considered to support your application, applications must be via the school application form, to adhere to Safer Recruitment guidelines.