Finance Officer

• Company: Plumpton College
• Closing Date: 25-01-2026
• Salary: up to £29,762 per annum
• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Contact Email: recruitment@plumpton.ac.uk

Description

Are you passionate about supporting students and making a difference? 

Plumpton College is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in administering bursary and student support funds, ensuring compliance with government regulations and college policies. 

What you’ll do: 

• Lead on bursary applications, providing advice and guidance to students and parents. 

• Assess financial circumstances and calculate entitlements accurately. 

• Maintain clear communication and promote bursary schemes through events and presentations. 

• Keep accurate records and reconcile bursary funds. 

• Support the Finance team with month/year-end reporting and other finance tasks. 

• Contribute to continuous improvement and departmental KPIs. 

What we’re looking for: 

• Level 2 or higher qualification in Maths and English. 

• Strong IT skills, including advanced Excel. 

• Previous experience in a busy Finance department. 

• Excellent communication skills and a calm, empathetic approach. 

• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise workload, and use initiative. 

Why join us? 

At Plumpton College, we live our values—Ambitious, Professional, Enterprising, Passionate, Passionate, and Supportive—in everything we do. We are committed to creating a workplace where you can thrive, develop, and feel valued.   

We offer a competitive salary and generous annual leave of up to 26 days (pro rata), plus bank holidays and up to five efficiency days at Christmas. All support employees are eligible for membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and benefit from a comprehensive programme of continuing professional development.   

We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. We have signed the Menopause Pledge, are a Disability Confident Committed employer, and offer a structured induction and supported six-month probationary period. Our coaching culture, supported by in-house Level 5 trained coaches, ensures ongoing personal and professional growth.   

Staff enjoy a range of additional benefits, including a TOTUM card for high street discounts, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, free onsite parking, discounted Plumpton wine and courses, free eye tests, a cycle-to-work scheme, and access to the onsite gym.   

We actively promote wellbeing and inclusion through regular networking events focused on menopause, LGBTQ+, men’s health, and bereavement, as well as well-attended EDI and Sustainability committees driving positive change. Employees also have access to an Employee Assistance Programme and can take part in staff social events at Christmas and in the summer.   

Ready to Make a Difference?    

Join a forward-thinking college where your expertise can truly make an impact. 

Apply today and be part of something extraordinary.    

We reserve the right to call candidates to interview/withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.     

Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.    

Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.