Apprentice Finance Assistant - Start Your Career with Purpose

Are you ready to kick-start your career in finance while making a real difference in education? As an Apprentice Finance Assistant at Nexus Education Schools Trust (NEST), you’ll play a key role in supporting the financial wellbeing of our schools - helping ensure that staff and pupils have the resources they need to thrive.

This is more than just an apprenticeship - it’s a launchpad for your future.

What You’ll Do

You’ll gain hands-on experience working within our friendly and inclusive central finance team, based at Worsley Bridge Primary School. From day one, you’ll be involved in maintaining accurate and efficient financial processes, supporting both the central Trust and our partner schools. Your attention to detail and commitment will help uphold a reliable financial system that underpins the success of our educational community. You will be line managed and supported by our experienced Accounts Payable Manager, ensuring you receive the guidance and mentorship needed to grow.

Key Responsibilities:

Make a Difference - Contribute to a team that supports the success and wellbeing of pupils and staff across our schools.
Learn and Grow - Gain real-world experience and develop your skills in a supportive, hands-on environment.
Supportive Culture - Join a collaborative team that values integrity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

You will be working towards a Level 3 Apprentice Assistant Accountant which can lead to the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting qualification. The apprenticeship is a 15-21 month course and once completed is equivalent to 2 A levels. The apprenticeship is designed for entry level positions in Finance and will complement the work you will be undertaking as a Finance Assistant. Further details of the apprenticeship which is delivered by Apprentice Team Ltd can be found in the attached Apprenticeship Guide.

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