Finance Assistant

An exciting opportunity exists within our central Trust finance team for the position of Finance Assistant.

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust (formed on the 1^st September 2024 following the merger between Connect Schools Academy Trust and Compass Academy Trust) is a group of schools based in Bromley and in Kent: Cage Green Primary School, Crofton Infant School, Crofton Junior School, Raglan Primary School, Rivermill Primary School, Valley Primary School, Marian Vian Primary School, Wickham Common Primary School, Oak Lodge Primary School and Unicorn Primary School. The Trust aims to deliver the very best educational experience for its pupils with each school bringing its own strengths and expertise to benefit the whole learning community. 

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and committed individual to work within our central finance team providing an effective and efficient financial processing service to the schools in our Trust. The advertised post currently has a primary location at Wickham Common Primary School. The Finance Assistant role has a requirement to travel to and work with other schools within the Trust depending on the needs of the service.

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience of working in an administrative role with significant aspects of financial processes and procedures.
• Be competent in the use of ICT (Word, Excel, internet, etc.).
• Work well within a small close-knit team.
• Enjoy working in a child centred environment.
• Be organised, flexible and able to work well under pressure.
• Behave in a warm, yet professional manner towards colleagues, pupils and visitors at all times, and contribute to the positive ethos of the schools and the Trust.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Processing of accounts payable transactions such as purchase orders, invoices, direct debits and BACS payments on the Trust finance management system.
• To ensure all procurement card transaction documents are complete, authorised and entered onto the finance management system.
• To assist the Finance Managers with monthly procedures such as bank reconciliations, VAT reports and cash flow statements.
• Processing of accounts receivable transactions, raising invoices for lettings and other income due to the Trust.
• Monitor the finance mailboxes and responding accordingly.
• To assist the Finance Managers and Head of Finance in producing documents and files for internal and external audits.

We offer:

· A friendly, supportive and enthusiastic staff who work as a team

· Training and development based on individual needs

· Membership of the Local Government Pension scheme

· Opportunities to contribute to whole school and Trust development

This post is subject to a cleared DBS with barred list check, two satisfactory references and a health check.

If you wish to apply, please e-mail your completed application form to jsinger@csat.org.uk

Curriculum Vitae are NOT accepted as an alternative to a completed Application Form.

If you have not been invited to an interview within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application as unsuccessful.  We are unable to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

Paper applications should be returned to Mrs J Singer, HR Administrator - Wickham Common Primary School, Gates Green Road, West Wickham, Kent BR4 9DG

For further details see job description and downloadable application form, if you are experiencing difficulties, please contact Mrs J Singer on jsinger@csat.org.uk.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, the Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Mosaic Schools Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and service delivery.

The Trust is committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and voluntary helpers to share this commitment.  An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check with the Disclosure and Barring Service [DBS] under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 will be required for the successful applicant.

Midday Supervisor

Wickham Common Primary School

Would you enjoy helping to make children’s lunchtime a positive experience?

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and committed individual who will be responsible for pupils’ welfare, safety and supervision during the lunch break at Wickham Common Primary School.

Contract:          Permanent, term time only (38 weeks per year)

Hours:              7.5 hours per week - Monday to Friday

Salary:              Grade BR4 Points 12-13 depending on experience

Full Time Equivalent £23,955 – 24,125

Actual Annual Salary £4,275 - £4,305.41*

*Actual Annual Salary pro rata according to contracted hours

(Hours to be agreed but typically 12.00-1.30pm

Primary Location:      Wickham Common Primary School, Gates Green Road, West Wickham BR4 9DG

Employer:                   Compass Academy Trust

The successful applicants will:

• Work well within a small team
• Enjoy working in a child centred environment
• Be organised, flexible, able to work independently and calmly
• Behave in a warm, yet professional manner towards colleagues, pupils and visitors at all times, and contribute to the positive ethos of the schools and the Trust
• Be prepared to work outside in a variety of weather conditions

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Supervising pupils in the lunch hall, on the playground and in the classroom to ensure their safety and wellbeing
• Overseeing play-based activities
• Promoting good manners and appropriate behaviour
• Supporting and encouraging pupils’ social interaction
• Undertaking first aid as necessary in accordance with health and safety guidelines

Closing date for applications:            27 August 2024 noon

Interviews will be held on:                TBC

Compass Academy Trust is an inclusive Trust where we value everyone’s uniqueness and seek to build the values of respect, resilience and resourcefulness within and across our school communities. We are firmly committed to working as a team across schools through intentional collaboration.

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all members of our community equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness through our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds.

Compass Academy Trust is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and promoting of children and young people’s welfare. We expect all staff to fully comply with this commitment.

Please note that employment contracts with Compass Academy Trust contain a mobility clause and whilst your primary place of work will be Wickham Common Primary School, you may be requested to work at another location as required to meet the needs of the Trust.  

Successful applicants will be subject to DBS clearance and other relevant employment checks including an online search.  References will be requested prior to interview for candidates who are short-listed.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, the Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Applications can be downloaded from the following websites: London Borough of Bromley and Compass Academy Trust.  Alternatively please email your request to hr@compassacademytrust.org Completed application forms to be returned to hr@compassacademytrust.org or to Compass Academy Trust C/o Marian Vian Primary School, Shirley Crescent, Beckenham, Kent BR3 4AZ

Teaching Assistant

Wickham Common Primary School

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the teaching support team at Wickham Common Primary School as a Teaching Assistant.  

Compass Academy Trust is an inclusive Trust where we value everyone’s uniqueness and seek to build the values of respect, resilience and resourcefulness within and across our school communities. We are firmly committed to working as a team across schools through intentional collaboration.

Contract:                           Permanent Part-time, 39 weeks per year 

Hours:                               20 hours per week

Monday to Friday: 4 hours per day (excluding unpaid break)

Salary:                               Grade BR5

               Points 13-17 depending on experience.

 Full Time Equivalent £24,125 - £25,588
Actual Annual Salary £11,481 - £12,177*

*Actual Salary pro rata according to contracted hours

Primary Location:            Wickham Common Primary School, Gates Green Road, West Wickham BR4 9DG

Employer:                         Compass Academy Trust

The successful applicant will:

• Have experience of working with children across the primary phase
• Have the skills to support the learning, social interaction and welfare of individual pupils with a range of needs.

• Support the class teacher to provide the best opportunities and outcomes for our children
• Be motivated, flexible and understanding
• Have a willingness and enthusiasm to develop new skills

In return, we can offer:

• A friendly, supportive and enthusiastic staff who work as a team
• Relevant training and development
• Opportunities to contribute to whole school and Trust development

Closing date for applications:     27 August 2024 noon                   

Interviews will be held on:           TBC       

As a Trust, we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all members of our community equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness through our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds.

Compass Academy Trust is committed to equal opportunities and to the safeguarding and promoting of children and young people’s welfare. We expect all staff to fully comply with this commitment.

Please note that employment contracts with Compass Academy Trust contain a mobility clause and whilst your primary place of work will be Wickham Common Primary School, you may be requested to work at another location as required to meet the needs of the Trust. 

Successful applicants will be subject to DBS clearance and other relevant employment checks including an online search.  References will be requested prior to interview for candidates who are short-listed.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, the Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Applications can be downloaded from the following websites: Teaching Vacancies Services, London Borough of Bromley or Compass Academy Trust.  Alternatively please email your request to hr@compassacademytrust.org Completed application forms to be returned to hr@compassacademytrust.org or to Compass Academy Trust C/o Marian Vian Primary School, Shirley Crescent, Beckenham, Kent BR3 4AZ

Volunteering at Compass Academy Trust - Could you be a school governor?

• Are you committed, open, confident, curious, transparent, collaborative, critical, creative and trustworthy?
• Do you have an interest in how the school runs?
• Want to make a difference for our children?
• Want to support a school in your local community?

The local governing bodies at Marian Vian, Oak Lodge and Unicorn play an important role in supporting the schools and holding it to account for standards. All governors volunteer their time and are mainly either parents or members of the local community.

Our Local Governing Bodies are currently looking for members of the local community to become governors. To take on this role you don't need to be an expert in education or have current links with the school. What is really important, is being committed to the successful running of the school. In particular, this means being available to give your time to be in school and to attend meetings at various times throughout the year. This commitment would ideally suit someone who is perhaps retired, works part-time or has a job that is flexible. 

In return, you'll find that being a governor is hugely rewarding and that you develop new skills and knowledge.

If you would like to find out more or would be willing to become a governor we would love to hear from you. As a school that is committed to building a diverse community, we're particularly keen to hear from people from underrepresented groups and with protected characteristics, particularly older people and those with disabilities.

For more information or to express an interest please contact the Trust Governance Manager, Joyce Munro at governance@compassacademytrust.org