NJC Grade 5 Points 7 to 8
Actual Salary £23,254 - £23,625 per annum
£26,403 - £26,824 pa FTE (pay award pending)
37 hours per week, term time only plus inset days, plus 1 week

Due to an internal promotion, we are delighted to be recruiting a Senior Finance Assistant to join our dedicated Finance Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-focused individual with strong ICT, numeracy and organisational skills. The successful candidate will work closely with the Finance Manager and wider Finance Team, helping to deliver an efficient, effective and high-quality finance service to the school.

We are looking for someone who is confident, reliable and able to work collaboratively in a busy school environment, with a positive and professional approach.

The start date is as soon as possible.

The Weald is a high-achieving, popular and oversubscribed 11-18 comprehensive school, situated in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, 10 minutes from Horsham, 35 minutes from Guildford and Brighton, and an hour by train to London.  The school has an excellent record of academic and pastoral achievement and we pride ourselves in creating a caring and respectful ethos where every child is important.

The closing date for applications is 10am Monday 21 September 2026. Please note that interviews will be held on Friday 25 September 2026.

Applications should be made by downloading and completing our application form (please see attachments below) and emailing it to jobs@theweald.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement

This school and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering a supportive and welcoming environment for all.