Finance Apprentice Level 3 – 18 month fixed term contract

Finance Apprentice Level 3 – 18 month fixed term contract

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Start your finance career with Yeovil College. Our Finance Apprentice – Level 3, Fixed term for 18 months role is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, build professional skills and earn while you learn. Secure your apprenticeship now and be ready to start your finance career in August 2027. 

Whether you’re a school or college leaver looking for your first career, or you’re ready for a change and want to build a future in finance, this is a great place to start. Working as part of our busy Finance Department, you’ll gain experience across purchase and sales ledger, processing invoices and payments, reconciling accounts, handling supplier and learner queries, supporting banking and cash processes, and using finance systems. You’ll also get involved in month-end processes, financial reporting, journals, fixed assets and general finance administration, while supporting the College Accountant and Head of Finance with a range of queries and projects. With plenty of variety and the opportunity to learn from an experienced team, this is a role where you can develop valuable skills and gain a strong foundation for a future career in finance. 

What we're looking for: 

Strong IT skills, including experience using Microsoft Windows, Excel, spreadsheets and databases 

A good general level of education to GCSE standard or equivalent, ideally including Maths and English 

Relevant administrative experience, with good written English, grammar and attention to detail 

A well-organised and systematic approach, with the ability to work accurately under pressure 

A flexible, positive approach to your workload, with the initiative to work independently when needed 

Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team 

What we offer: 

Annual salary: £15,434 in year 1, Increasing in year 2 – 18 – 20 years £20,933, 21 and over £25,522 

Full time, 37 hours all year round 

30 days holiday (plus Christmas closure & bank holidays) 

Generous pension scheme of 16.1% employer contributions  

Staff discount scheme with high street and online retailers 

Opportunities for professional development and career growth 

Employee assistance programme 

Free onsite gym 

Subsidised catering facilities 

Cycle to work scheme 

Access to free staff parking 

Don't miss out!  

Join Yeovil College and make a real difference in the lives of students as they embark on their educational journeys. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated  team! 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re excited about this opportunity, submit your application as soon as possible! 

Safeguarding Statement 

Yeovil College 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. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. 

Potential applicants should be aware that all successful applicants will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check including child and if required adult barred list checks.  

Yeovil College uses a third party registered body called uCheck to complete DBS checks on our behalf. Your data is handled according to the DBS Code of Practice which is available from the DBS website  

DBS checks are only one of several methods used to assess candidates’ suitability to work with children and young adults.