AAT Level 2 Accounts / Finance Assistant Apprentice - Prosper Learning Trust

Apprenticeship Description

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About the Role

Prosper Learning Trust is seeking to appoint a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our small and supportive central finance team in an interesting and varied apprenticeship role.

The successful candidate will support the Trust’s finance function with day-to-day financial and administrative tasks while studying towards an AAT Level 2 qualification. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in finance and gain valuable practical experience within a thriving educational trust.

This apprenticeship also offers the opportunity for progression onto a Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship upon successful completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day financial transaction processing using the Trust’s accounting software under the direction of the Finance Manager
• Support purchase ledger processes including sourcing suppliers, checking requisitions, raising purchase orders and placing orders with suppliers
• Process supplier invoices for payment, ensuring all goods and services have been received
• Liaise with internal colleagues and external suppliers regarding purchase orders and invoices
• Support the wider finance team with general administrative duties as required

Person Specification

The successful candidate will:

• Have a keen interest in finance and accounting
• Possess strong organisational skills
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Have good communication and interpersonal skills
• Have knowledge and experience of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Be willing to learn and work as part of a collaborative team

Apprenticeship Details

• Qualification: AAT Level 2 Apprenticeship
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm
• Training: Includes one day per week at Newcastle College
• Salary: £8.00 per hour (Apprentice rate – first year)
• Contract Type: Full Time

About Prosper Learning Trust

Prosper Learning Trust was established in January 2018 to help vulnerable young people succeed against the odds. Four core values underpin everything we do across the Trust: Aspiration, Integrity, Resilience and Kindness.

We are looking for individuals who share these values and are passionate about supporting young people to achieve their potential.

The Trust currently consists of five schools across the region:

• Newcastle Bridges School – Alternative Provision academy supporting pupils unable to access mainstream education due to medical needs, including hospitalised children and young people (ages 3–19)
• Mary Astell Academy – Alternative Provision academy for permanently excluded pupils and those struggling in mainstream education (ages 11–16)
• Thomas Bewick Special School – Special School academy for pupils with a diagnosis of autism (ages 3–19)
• Harry Watts Academy – Special School academy for pupils with a diagnosis of autism (ages 5–16)
• Gilbert Ward Academy – Special School academy for pupils with SEMH or a diagnosis of autism (ages 11–16)

Benefits of Working for Prosper Learning Trust

The Trust is proud to pay all employees a minimum of the Real Living Wage and offers a range of benefits including:

• A friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career development and Trust-wide Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Free access to unlimited CPD opportunities through The National College
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme and Wellbeing Network Group
• Membership of either the Teacher’s Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme with favourable employer contribution rates
• Employee-centred policies that support staff both in and beyond the workplace
• Funded eye tests for DSE users (subject to terms and conditions)
• Bike 2 Work scheme