What is it like to work at a Saffron Academy Trust school?

R A Butler is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All posts are subject to an enhanced disclosure and barring service check.

Please see below for our current vacancies. For safeguarding purposes we are only able to accept completed application forms, not CVs.

We are a vibrant and happy school in Saffron Walden, where staff are proud to work.  We are looking to recruit the positions below.  If you would like to apply for a vacancy, please complete our Application and Recruitment & Monitoring Forms which can be found at the bottom of the page.

late play - FINANCE & ADMIN ASSISTANT

Would you like to join a charity that makes a real difference in children’s everyday lives? Late Play are looking to recruit a part-time Finance & Admin Assistant responsible to the Business Manager.

We provide a vibrant, welcoming space where play and imagination take the lead. You’ll be part of a dedicated, friendly team who care deeply about helping families and strengthening the local community. Every member of our fantastic team plays a part in making that happen, and we’re looking for someone who shares our values, creativity and integrity to join the team. Main duties:

• Maintain child attendance records, raise debtor invoices and collect fees.
• Pay supplier invoices and expenses.
• Liaise with parents regarding their accounts.
• Maintain accounting records and update accounting software.
• Maintain the Club’s waiting list and registration systems.
• Provide payroll and HR administration support.
• Support the Senior Management Team with ad hoc finance and admin tasks.
• Assist in the production of the annual accounts and charity returns.
• Assist with management committee administration and governance.

This is a part-time role working remotely and flexibly for 16 hours per week Monday to Friday (hours of work are flexible but a typical working day will be 3.25 hours). The post is for 42 weeks per year (term-time plus 4 weeks).

Salary £10,706 including holiday pay. Our NEST contributory pension scheme includes employer contributions of 7% with options to increase your contributions for greater savings.

Some experience of financial administration is required but full training will be given. The role requires excellent communication and I.T skills and experience of using accounting software and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Please contact us on the email below if you require more information.

The post-holder must have a suitable remote working set-up and will need to visit the Play Club weekly and attend supervision/management meetings.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please email your CV to finance.rablateplayclub@gmail.com

Closing date for applications – 7th November 25
Interviews will take place week commencing 10th November 2025

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R A Butler Academy is committed to the safeguarding, protection and welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory references, medical checks and successful Disclosure and Barring (DBS) checks.