Finance Officer Apprentice - Ark (Absolute Return for Kids)

Ark is an education charity committed to ensuring that every child, regardless of background, has access to an excellent education and real choices in life. We believe that, with the right support and approach, every school can succeed, even those facing the most challenging circumstances. Today, Ark Schools has grown into a network of 39 schools nationwide and is recognised as one of the highest-performing academy groups in the country.Our ambition extends beyond our own schools. Ark and Ventures was created not only to support pupils within Ark schools, but also to improve education systems more widely. Our ventures tackle some of the most complex challenges facing children today, including poor numeracy, inadequate support for pupils with dyslexia, and shortages of high-quality social workers.Ark’s Finance team plays a vital role in enabling this mission. The team supports a diverse portfolio of ventures focused on improving education outcomes, by providing strong financial stewardship and strategic support.

Monday to Friday, 9.00am- 5.30pm. Flexible, 31 hours per week. 31 hours a week1 year 6 monthsCommunication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Initiative, Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Other Office applications, Written communication skills, Accuracy, Prioritise workload, Driven, Self-starter, Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Initiative
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Other Office applications
• Written communication skills
• Accuracy
• Prioritise workload
• Driven
• Self-starter

Other requirements

• Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Analytical skills, Initiative, Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Other Office applications, Written communication skills, Accuracy, Prioritise workload, Driven, Self-starter, Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to receive support with: Pursuing higher-level apprenticeships, Securing a permanent position and Growing within the team or across the wider Ark finance teams.