Finance Assistant (Uckfield College)

Job Description

Hours of work: 28 hours per week

Working pattern: Part-time, term-time only (working for 40 weeks per year plus 6.2 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 09:00am, Monday 19 October 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

Uckfield College
Downsview Cres, Uckfield TN22 3DJ

Phone: 01825 764844 Ext 1008

Email: hr@uckfield.college

Website: www.uckfield.college

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, highly organised and detail orientated Finance Assistant to join our professional Finance Team. The ability to use initiative and hold a positive, ‘can-do’ outlook within a busy environment is essential. This is more than just managing accounts; it's a chance to underpin the day-to-day success and learning environment of our College.

As Finance Assistant, you will provide essential support to the Business Manager by administering school accounts, monitoring expenditure, managing petty cash and lettings, and preparing audit records. Your accuracy and sound financial administration directly contribute to maintaining adequate resources across the College, ensuring our students receive the best possible educational experience.

You will be an effective communicator who can manage competing priorities to meet deadlines, handle confidential matters with complete discretion, and liaise comfortably with colleagues, suppliers, and visitors.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Why Uckfield College?

You'll be joining a vibrant, dedicated, and skilled team that is committed to collaborative work and achieving excellence. We invest in our staff and offer a range of great benefits, including:

• An enhanced pension scheme
• Professional learning and development opportunities
• Free on-site parking
• Employee Assistance Programme (including confidential counselling services)
• Well-being initiatives such as staff breakfasts, free sports activities, and social events.

How to Apply:

Ready to join us? Visit our website to download a full application pack. You can also contact our Human Resources Team on extension 1008, quoting reference FA/10/26. Please send your completed application via email. We encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.

East Sussex County Council is an authority committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory reference and DBS checks.

About us

Additional Information
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record.
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.