Part-Time School Finance Officer

  • Bridge Education
  • Darwen, Lancashire
  • Jan 14, 2026
Contractor Accounting

Job Description

We are currently supporting a local Primary School in Darwen who are seeking an experienced part-time Finance Officer to join their team as soon as possible.

Key responsibilities will include:

  • Bank reconciliation (matching SMS financial records to bank statements)

  • Supporting month-end finance processes

  • Ordering and invoicing

  • General school-based finance administration

Essential requirements:

  • Previous experience working in a Blackburn-based school

  • Confident user of SIMS / FMS (SMS) for school finance

  • Proven experience completing bank reconciliations

  • Strong understanding of school finance procedures

  • Ability to work accurately and independently

Additional information:

  • Hours are flexible and open to discussion

  • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service would be a strong advantage due to the urgent requirement

  • Pay: £14 £18 per hour, dependent on experience

This role would suit an experienced school finance professional seeking flexible, part-time work within a supportive primary school environment.

About Bridge Education

Bridge Education is a leading recruitment agency specialising in placing Teachers, Teaching Assistants, HLTAs, Cover Supervisors, and Nursery Nurses across Lancashire, Cumbria, Wigan, Blackburn with Darwen, and Blackpool. Our friendly and experienced team is dedicated to matching you with a school that suits your skills and supports your professional growth. This position provides a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in a secondary school setting.

Bridge Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all supply staff to share this commitment. As part of our registration process, we will complete all necessary compliance checks, including a video interview, current references, and a DBS check.