AAT Level 2 Finance Apprentice

This role will undertake the following, with training and full support:

Entry into the Trust’s financial software of supplier invoices Processing of staff expense claims Processing of petty cash claims Processing of credit card transactions Issuing sales invoices to customers Assisting with the preparation of payment runs

Training:
Accounts or Finance Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard

For the accounts or finance assistant, the qualification required is:

AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting Institute of Certified Bookkeepers Certificate in Bookkeeping Institute of Accountants and Bookkeepers Level 2 Certificate in Accounting and Business

Training Outcome:

Schools within Discovery Schools Trust have a close family atmosphere and hardworking teams dedicated to meeting children’s needs.

This position offers individuals the:

Opportunity the shape the future of the financial support schools receive within the Trust Guarantee of working in a fast paced and exciting environment Chance to develop skills and knowledge in a growing organisation Opportunity to take on more challenging responsibilities Option of flexible working patterns Potential for career development Support for additional financial qualifications

Employer Description:
About the employer (include Website) Has your company won any awards, if so please state. Discovery was formed by schools who wished to work together in deep partnership to improve the opportunities for pupils and staff alike, by ensuring everyone who is part of our Trust has limitless learning opportunities. Discovery has grown to be a collaboration of 18 local schools in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland who applied for Multi Academy Trust (MAT) status to the Secretary of State for Education as a MAT in July 2012. Within Discovery, all schools, leaders and pupils are encouraged to share their expertise and knowledge to help everyone reach their full potential, this is accomplished through collaborative learning and the removal of barriers to support everyone to achieve. Discovery mission: To ensure that all our pupils realise their potential. Discovery vision: Discovery Trust aspires to achieve excellence in all areas of our work. The children and families we work with have confidence in the teachers and leaders of the Trust who act with integrity and demonstrate respect for individual needs. Discovery aspires for all our schools to become sustainable and altruistic, driven by a passion for working in partnership with all stakeholders. Discovery also operates an Affinity Teaching School Alliance (ATSA), EPIC Psychology and Wellbeing Service (EPIC) and Inspiring Leaders School Centred Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) to support both our Trust and the wider Education sector.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (hours negotiable)

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working