About this role
We are looking for a proactive and reliable individual with an interest in pursuing a finance or accounting qualification (e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, AAT) to join our Finance team.
In this role, you will support the day-to-day operations of the Finance Department while studying towards a relevant finance qualification. The role provides practical experience across all core finance functions, assisting with transactional processing, reconciliations, and stakeholder queries, while developing strong financial and IT skills.
This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week typically 08:30 to 16:30 Monday to Friday. Appropriate time will be allocated within School hours for completion of learning activities in support of completing the apprenticeship qualifications.
About You
The ideal candidate will have good numerical and analytical skills, strong IT skills (particularly Microsoft Excel), strong organisational skills and excellent communication skills. You will be reliable, professional, discreet and willing to learn.
Our School
Founded in 1646, Reading Blue Coat is a leading independent day school of circa 800 pupils from ages 11 to 18. The School is located on a beautiful 46-acre campus in the village of Sonning, just outside Reading.
The School employs more than 200 staff, of whom 50% are academic staff, and provides a stimulating, friendly and supportive atmosphere in which each pupil can realise his or her full intellectual, physical, and creative potential.
What we offer
Reading Blue Coat offers an exceptional working environment and an attractive rewards package, including excellent benefits such as a pension scheme; free meals; extensive staff discounts; life assurance, tax saving cycle to work and car leasing schemes; free sports and leisure facilities; Employee Assistance Programme; and a strong commitment to professional development.
Closing date: 09:00 on Monday 24 August 2026
Applications must be submitted via our website and include a supporting statement outlining your suitability for and interest in the role. Applicants must already be eligible to work in the UK.
The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service enhanced check.
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