Reports to: Head of Professional Development Location: West London (with flexible working available) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm) Interviews will take place w/c 6 July & 13 July 2026 We're seeking an Events and Operations Coordinator who will thrive at the heart of effective operational and event support within the professional development team. You will play a key role in coordinating large-scale events, managing logistics and administration, and building strong relationships with schools, partners, and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Being the first point of contact for our events and training programmes (20-4000 attendees) and providing an excellent and seamless participant experience Managing the registration and communication process for events, and ensuring accurate attendance records Liaising with external vendors and training providers by forming great working relationships with our partners Tracking engagement metrics for events (attendance at events, feedback, etc.) and producing reports for senior stakeholders Project managing the creation of event agendas/schedules and making sure any potential clashes are considered Knowledge & Skills: Excellent project management skills with attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects/stakeholders Excellent IT skills, with specific skill in using Microsoft Office applications (especially proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint Strong experience of planning complex event schedules and calendar management Strong experience of project and/or in-person and virtual events management Experience working with external suppliers, venue staff, AV teams, and catering vendors Experience running registration systems, attendance tracking, and evaluation processes Qualification Criteria: Degree or equivalent professional experience Project or event management training/qualification (desirable) Right to work in the U.K.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Reports to: Head of Professional Development Location: West London (with flexible working available) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm) Interviews will take place w/c 6 July & 13 July 2026 We're seeking an Events and Operations Coordinator who will thrive at the heart of effective operational and event support within the professional development team. You will play a key role in coordinating large-scale events, managing logistics and administration, and building strong relationships with schools, partners, and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Being the first point of contact for our events and training programmes (20-4000 attendees) and providing an excellent and seamless participant experience Managing the registration and communication process for events, and ensuring accurate attendance records Liaising with external vendors and training providers by forming great working relationships with our partners Tracking engagement metrics for events (attendance at events, feedback, etc.) and producing reports for senior stakeholders Project managing the creation of event agendas/schedules and making sure any potential clashes are considered Knowledge & Skills: Excellent project management skills with attention to detail, and ability to handle multiple projects/stakeholders Excellent IT skills, with specific skill in using Microsoft Office applications (especially proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint Strong experience of planning complex event schedules and calendar management Strong experience of project and/or in-person and virtual events management Experience working with external suppliers, venue staff, AV teams, and catering vendors Experience running registration systems, attendance tracking, and evaluation processes Qualification Criteria: Degree or equivalent professional experience Project or event management training/qualification (desirable) Right to work in the U.K.
Reports to: Cluster IT Manager Location: North London (multi-site working required) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, shift rota between 07:00 - 18:00) This is a development role designed for someone looking to build a career in IT support. What you'll be doing: Providing IT support across one or more schools, diagnosing and resolving common technical issues Managing and progressing support tickets in line with SLAs Maintaining clear communication with users throughout issue resolution Supporting devices including Windows, macOS and ChromeOS, troubleshooting basic network and connectivity issues Supporting classroom technology and AV equipment Assisting with device rollouts, upgrades and IT projects What we're looking for: A strong interest in IT and a desire to build a career in technical support Basic understanding of IT systems and troubleshooting Good communication and customer service skills Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks A proactive and willing-to-learn attitude Knowledge & Skills: Understanding of IT support in a multi-user environment Knowledge of data protection and information security principles Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism Qualification Criteria: ITIL 5 Foundation qualification, or motivated to work towards one Right to work in the U.K.
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Reports to: Cluster IT Manager Location: North London (multi-site working required) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, shift rota between 07:00 - 18:00) This is a development role designed for someone looking to build a career in IT support. What you'll be doing: Providing IT support across one or more schools, diagnosing and resolving common technical issues Managing and progressing support tickets in line with SLAs Maintaining clear communication with users throughout issue resolution Supporting devices including Windows, macOS and ChromeOS, troubleshooting basic network and connectivity issues Supporting classroom technology and AV equipment Assisting with device rollouts, upgrades and IT projects What we're looking for: A strong interest in IT and a desire to build a career in technical support Basic understanding of IT systems and troubleshooting Good communication and customer service skills Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks A proactive and willing-to-learn attitude Knowledge & Skills: Understanding of IT support in a multi-user environment Knowledge of data protection and information security principles Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism Qualification Criteria: ITIL 5 Foundation qualification, or motivated to work towards one Right to work in the U.K.
Reports to: IT Service Desk Manager Location: Hastings (Hybrid Working; occasional multi-site working required) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, shift rota between 07:00 - 18:00) As the IT Service Desk Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role in our team, operating remotely to deliver outstanding support to schools and the broader Ark IT community. Your focus will be on providing proactive and reactive assistance, ensuring seamless access to IT resources for all stakeholders. What we're looking for: A strong interest in IT and a desire to build a career in technical support or service management Good communication and customer service skills Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks effectively Proactive and willing-to-learn attitude An interest in technology and problem solving Ability to work effectively as part of a team Key Responsibilities: Providing first-line IT support to staff across the organisation Diagnosing and resolving common technical issues remotely Managing and progressing incidents and service requests through the ITSM platform Monitoring ticket queues and supporting SLA performance Maintaining clear communication with users throughout issue resolution Desirable experience: Experience in a customer service, administration, retail, hospitality, or technical support environment Basic understanding of Microsoft 365 Experience working within a school, Multi-Academy Trust, or service-driven organisation Understanding of IT support or service management principles Qualification Criteria: Right to work in the U.K. MTA or equivalent entry-level IT qualification (desirable) Motivated to work towards an ITIL Foundation certification
Jun 29, 2026
Full time
Reports to: IT Service Desk Manager Location: Hastings (Hybrid Working; occasional multi-site working required) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, shift rota between 07:00 - 18:00) As the IT Service Desk Coordinator, you'll play a pivotal role in our team, operating remotely to deliver outstanding support to schools and the broader Ark IT community. Your focus will be on providing proactive and reactive assistance, ensuring seamless access to IT resources for all stakeholders. What we're looking for: A strong interest in IT and a desire to build a career in technical support or service management Good communication and customer service skills Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks effectively Proactive and willing-to-learn attitude An interest in technology and problem solving Ability to work effectively as part of a team Key Responsibilities: Providing first-line IT support to staff across the organisation Diagnosing and resolving common technical issues remotely Managing and progressing incidents and service requests through the ITSM platform Monitoring ticket queues and supporting SLA performance Maintaining clear communication with users throughout issue resolution Desirable experience: Experience in a customer service, administration, retail, hospitality, or technical support environment Basic understanding of Microsoft 365 Experience working within a school, Multi-Academy Trust, or service-driven organisation Understanding of IT support or service management principles Qualification Criteria: Right to work in the U.K. MTA or equivalent entry-level IT qualification (desirable) Motivated to work towards an ITIL Foundation certification
About The Role Primary Learning Support Assistant About the role Location: Enfield - easily accessible from central, north, and east London, as well as surrounding areas. Salary: Support Band 4 (Outer London) ranging from point 3-7 (£27,350.03 - £28,940.42) term time only, this is calculated from the full-time salary £28,616-30,280. depending on experience. Working pattern: Term Time 8.30am -3.30pm Contract: Fixed Start date: 1st September 2026 Closing date: 6th July 2026 at 11.30am We will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis, and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. Description of the post: The Primary Learning Support Assistant (LSA) plays a key role in supporting pupils' academic progress, behaviour and emotional wellbeing. We are seeking a passionate and committed individual to join our primary team on a fixed-term basis for one year . This role is central to supporting pupils to develop positive behaviour, emotional regulation and readiness for learning. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff, SEND and pastoral teams to ensure that all pupils, particularly those with additional needs including SEMH, can thrive both academically and personally. Benefits: Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Twice as many training days as standard. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle. Gym discounts - offering up to 40%. Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark here . About Us Ark John Keats was founded in 2013 with one class of reception children. We are now a fully-fledged all-through school, running from nursery to year 13, with over 1700 children. Our secondary school is oversubscribed, with a waiting list for every year group. Our community is composed of supportive and committed families who buy into our vision and work with us to ensure their children achieve all they are capable of in the future. We aspire for all our children to have the academic knowledge necessary to enable them to progress to university, for pupils to have a love of learning and curiosity about the world, and for them to be polite, well-mannered young people who take responsibility for their choices and drive their own destinies. Ark John Keats is part of Ark Schools, a hugely successful network serving pupils from deprived communities. Our network shares a belief in our six pillars, find out about them here. Visit arkjohnkeats.org/jobs to learn more about us. How to get to us? Travelling by rail from central London: Our nearest overground station, Turkey Street, is a 10 minute walk from the school and stops at Seven Sisters, Stoke Newington and Hackney Downs on the way to Liverpool Street. National Rail services are also a 10 minute walk and stop at Tottenham Hale and Hackney Downs before finishing at Liverpool Street. Travelling by car: We are easily reached by car, with most of North East London accessible within 30 minutes. There is free on site parking for staff. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
Jun 28, 2026
Seasonal
About The Role Primary Learning Support Assistant About the role Location: Enfield - easily accessible from central, north, and east London, as well as surrounding areas. Salary: Support Band 4 (Outer London) ranging from point 3-7 (£27,350.03 - £28,940.42) term time only, this is calculated from the full-time salary £28,616-30,280. depending on experience. Working pattern: Term Time 8.30am -3.30pm Contract: Fixed Start date: 1st September 2026 Closing date: 6th July 2026 at 11.30am We will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis, and this advert may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. Description of the post: The Primary Learning Support Assistant (LSA) plays a key role in supporting pupils' academic progress, behaviour and emotional wellbeing. We are seeking a passionate and committed individual to join our primary team on a fixed-term basis for one year . This role is central to supporting pupils to develop positive behaviour, emotional regulation and readiness for learning. The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff, SEND and pastoral teams to ensure that all pupils, particularly those with additional needs including SEMH, can thrive both academically and personally. Benefits: Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Twice as many training days as standard. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle. Gym discounts - offering up to 40%. Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark here . About Us Ark John Keats was founded in 2013 with one class of reception children. We are now a fully-fledged all-through school, running from nursery to year 13, with over 1700 children. Our secondary school is oversubscribed, with a waiting list for every year group. Our community is composed of supportive and committed families who buy into our vision and work with us to ensure their children achieve all they are capable of in the future. We aspire for all our children to have the academic knowledge necessary to enable them to progress to university, for pupils to have a love of learning and curiosity about the world, and for them to be polite, well-mannered young people who take responsibility for their choices and drive their own destinies. Ark John Keats is part of Ark Schools, a hugely successful network serving pupils from deprived communities. Our network shares a belief in our six pillars, find out about them here. Visit arkjohnkeats.org/jobs to learn more about us. How to get to us? Travelling by rail from central London: Our nearest overground station, Turkey Street, is a 10 minute walk from the school and stops at Seven Sisters, Stoke Newington and Hackney Downs on the way to Liverpool Street. National Rail services are also a 10 minute walk and stop at Tottenham Hale and Hackney Downs before finishing at Liverpool Street. Travelling by car: We are easily reached by car, with most of North East London accessible within 30 minutes. There is free on site parking for staff. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
About The Role Ark St Alban's Academy Administrator Location: Ark St Alban's Academy Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time, 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30. Term time only, plus two weeks Salary: Ark Support Pay scale, Grade 5 point 5-12 (£25,583 - £28,598) Actual salary range: £24,449 - £27,331 Join a team that's transforming lives through education. About the role: At Ark St Alban's Academy, we believe every young person-regardless of background-deserves access to an exceptional education. As our new Administrator, you'll be at the heart of this mission. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast paced school environment, loves bringing order to busy systems, and takes pride in delivering outstanding service. You'll be the friendly face and organised mind that helps our academy run smoothly every single day. Working within our central admin, data and exams team, you'll play a key role in supporting students, staff and families, ensuring every interaction reflects the warm, professional ethos of our school. From managing key documents and databases to supporting communications and keeping our operations running seamlessly, your work will make a direct difference to the experience of our young people. Ark St Alban's Academy is a high performing, community driven school where staff work with determination, optimism and ambition. If you're organised, proactive and motivated by helping others succeed, this is an opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful. You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, kindness and excellence-and you'll be supported to grow your skills along the way. Who We're Looking For Someone who is: exceptionally organised and able to juggle multiple priorities confident communicating with staff, pupils and visitors diligent with data and accurate with detail warm, professional and calm under pressure eager to contribute to a positive school culture committed to safeguarding and supporting young people ability to communicate in additional community languages (e.g., Arabic, Urdu, Somali) is desirable. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits: Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle. Gym discounts - offering up to 40%. Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ About Us We are committed to addressing educational disadvantage. We consistently guide pupils to GCSE and A-Level outcomes which place our cohorts in the top 10% of schools nationally on many measures, including those for the progress of disadvantaged pupils. Our school serves pupils from central Birmingham. The percentage of our cohort eligible for the Pupil Premium is the eighth highest in the country. There are very few communities in the UK who need great teachers more than ours. Teachers and leaders at Ark St Alban's Academy are determined to prove that the background of a young person can be no impediment to their success. Our school prepares pupils to succeed at elite universities, with our alumni proudly representing our community at prestigious destinations including Cambridge University, Durham University and the London School of Economics. Visit arkstalbans.org/jobs to learn more about us. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
About The Role Ark St Alban's Academy Administrator Location: Ark St Alban's Academy Contract: Permanent Working Pattern: Full Time, 40 hours per week. Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 16:30. Term time only, plus two weeks Salary: Ark Support Pay scale, Grade 5 point 5-12 (£25,583 - £28,598) Actual salary range: £24,449 - £27,331 Join a team that's transforming lives through education. About the role: At Ark St Alban's Academy, we believe every young person-regardless of background-deserves access to an exceptional education. As our new Administrator, you'll be at the heart of this mission. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast paced school environment, loves bringing order to busy systems, and takes pride in delivering outstanding service. You'll be the friendly face and organised mind that helps our academy run smoothly every single day. Working within our central admin, data and exams team, you'll play a key role in supporting students, staff and families, ensuring every interaction reflects the warm, professional ethos of our school. From managing key documents and databases to supporting communications and keeping our operations running seamlessly, your work will make a direct difference to the experience of our young people. Ark St Alban's Academy is a high performing, community driven school where staff work with determination, optimism and ambition. If you're organised, proactive and motivated by helping others succeed, this is an opportunity to be part of something truly meaningful. You'll be joining a team that values collaboration, kindness and excellence-and you'll be supported to grow your skills along the way. Who We're Looking For Someone who is: exceptionally organised and able to juggle multiple priorities confident communicating with staff, pupils and visitors diligent with data and accurate with detail warm, professional and calm under pressure eager to contribute to a positive school culture committed to safeguarding and supporting young people ability to communicate in additional community languages (e.g., Arabic, Urdu, Somali) is desirable. If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you. Benefits: Salaries 2.5% higher than main pay scale. Generous pension scheme. Access to Ark rewards - a scheme offering savings from over 3,000 major retailers Interest-free loans - up to £5,000 available for season ticket or to buy a bicycle. Gym discounts - offering up to 40%. Access to Employee Assistance Programme - providing free, confidential counselling, legal advice and a range of different support. Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/ About Us We are committed to addressing educational disadvantage. We consistently guide pupils to GCSE and A-Level outcomes which place our cohorts in the top 10% of schools nationally on many measures, including those for the progress of disadvantaged pupils. Our school serves pupils from central Birmingham. The percentage of our cohort eligible for the Pupil Premium is the eighth highest in the country. There are very few communities in the UK who need great teachers more than ours. Teachers and leaders at Ark St Alban's Academy are determined to prove that the background of a young person can be no impediment to their success. Our school prepares pupils to succeed at elite universities, with our alumni proudly representing our community at prestigious destinations including Cambridge University, Durham University and the London School of Economics. Visit arkstalbans.org/jobs to learn more about us. Diversity and inclusion: We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone - staff and students - can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective. To know more about Ark's diversity and inclusion commitments, please click on this link. Safeguarding statement: Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. To read more about Ark's safer recruitment process, please click this link. Please note we will be reviewing applications on an on-going basis and this role may close earlier than advertised depending on the level of response. We strongly encourage to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
Reports to: Director Finance and Procurement, Ark Schools Location: West London (with flexible working available) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm) Interviews: First round (virtual) w/c 13th July and Second round (in-person) w/c 20th July In this role you will be responsible for financial processing and reporting, including statutory reporting and compliance of financial accounting data across our 39 academies (48 from September 2026). Key Responsibilities: Responsible for providing up-to-date financial information and technical advice to Director of Finance and Procurement, Ark Schools management team and the wider academies network Responsible for the co-ordination of the year-end audit files and preparation of statutory accounts for the Group and subsidiary entities Oversee the maintenance and consolidation of fixed asset ledgers, including year-end capital accruals, write offs, disposals, and capitalisation thresholds To support the Director of Finance and Procurement in maintaining and developing an environment of robust financial control as the network develops Knowledge & Skills: Experience in building effective teams, developing staff and managing external business relationships Strong, hands on, statutory accounts experience Knowledge of the latest Charities SORP and Companies Act. Knowledge of the Academy Trust Handbook and Academies Accounts Direction 2025 is desirable Audit and VAT experience with the latter ideally in a charity context Must have advanced level IT skills and ability to make effective use of standard software packages, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook Ability to use Excel at an advanced level including the use of macros etc. You will be an excel superuser Qualification Criteria: Educated to degree level or equivalent CCAB Accountancy qualification with at least 3 years post-qualified experience A record of recent and relevant Continued Professional Development Right to work in the U.K.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Reports to: Director Finance and Procurement, Ark Schools Location: West London (with flexible working available) Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm) Interviews: First round (virtual) w/c 13th July and Second round (in-person) w/c 20th July In this role you will be responsible for financial processing and reporting, including statutory reporting and compliance of financial accounting data across our 39 academies (48 from September 2026). Key Responsibilities: Responsible for providing up-to-date financial information and technical advice to Director of Finance and Procurement, Ark Schools management team and the wider academies network Responsible for the co-ordination of the year-end audit files and preparation of statutory accounts for the Group and subsidiary entities Oversee the maintenance and consolidation of fixed asset ledgers, including year-end capital accruals, write offs, disposals, and capitalisation thresholds To support the Director of Finance and Procurement in maintaining and developing an environment of robust financial control as the network develops Knowledge & Skills: Experience in building effective teams, developing staff and managing external business relationships Strong, hands on, statutory accounts experience Knowledge of the latest Charities SORP and Companies Act. Knowledge of the Academy Trust Handbook and Academies Accounts Direction 2025 is desirable Audit and VAT experience with the latter ideally in a charity context Must have advanced level IT skills and ability to make effective use of standard software packages, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook Ability to use Excel at an advanced level including the use of macros etc. You will be an excel superuser Qualification Criteria: Educated to degree level or equivalent CCAB Accountancy qualification with at least 3 years post-qualified experience A record of recent and relevant Continued Professional Development Right to work in the U.K.