Current Vacancies
Role: Accounts Assistant
Salary: £26,000-£29,000 full-time salary
Location: ALP Pierview Academy
Contract Type: Term time only + two weeks (40hrs a week) /All year round
Closing Date: 03/12/2025
Interviews: N/A
Job Advert
Accounts Assistant
Location: Gravesend
Salary: £26,000–£29,000 (full-time equivalent)
Contract Type: Term Time Only + 2 Weeks (40 hours per week) or All Year Round
Reporting to: Finance Director (transitioning to Finance Manager once appointed)
Join ALP Schools – Make a Difference Through Excellence in Finance
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-driven Accounts Assistant to join our friendly and supportive finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the smooth and efficient running of our school’s financial operations, supporting the Finance Director and wider leadership team in ensuring high standards, accuracy and professionalism.
At ALP Schools, our mission is to provide a nurturing, ambitious and inclusive learning environment—and our finance team plays a vital role in making this possible.
About the Role
As our Accounts Assistant, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the school and help ensure our financial affairs are managed accurately and efficiently. You will play an active role in:
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Producing accurate financial statements
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Managing intercompany transactions
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Supporting budgeting and forecasting
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Carrying out financial analysis
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Undertaking a range of financial and administrative tasks
You will be trusted with sensitive information and expected to uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications & Experience
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Level 4 or above qualification in Accountancy or recognised business/finance equivalent
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Minimum 2 years’ bookkeeping experience
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Experience using cloud-based accounting software
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Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel
Desirable Experience
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Payroll experience
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School finance experience (1+ year)
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Full UK driving licence
Skills & Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone who can:
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Communicate financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues
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Work accurately with excellent attention to detail
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Prioritise effectively and remain calm under pressure
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Work independently while being an active team player
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Maintain strict confidentiality
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Bring a proactive, positive and “can-do” approach to every task
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Adapt to both routine and varied duties
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Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and a commitment to continuous improvement
Why Join ALP Schools?
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A supportive, values-driven team environment
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Commitment to staff development and ongoing professional learning
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Opportunities to attend training, seminars and development programmes
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A workplace that champions equality, diversity and inclusion
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The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a setting that supports children’s welfare and education
This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check in line with safeguarding requirements.
Role: Premises Manager
Salary: £31,300 - £38,200
Location: ALP Schools - Kent
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent, 40 Hours Per Week
Closing Date: 14/11/2025
Interviews: W/B 24/11/2025
Job Advert
Location: Pierview Academy, Gravesend, DA12 2AH, Parkview Academy, Welling, DA16 1SR, ALP Sittingbourne, ME10 4HE
Contract type: Full Time, Permanent, 40hrs per week
Benefits. Company van, mobile phone and healthcare
ALP Schools is a chain of five “Good” schools. This is an exciting time as we are growing both in numbers of staff, pupils and in our positive reputation.
ALP Schools provide continuity in learning for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans. We require a premises manager to work across our Kent based schools and their associated off-site facilities. The aim of the role is to ensure compliant, safe schools that are aesthetically pleasing for learners and support their special educational needs.
We are looking for a Premises Manager who will support our vision. They will be responsible for all aspects of site management connected to three schools. This will include a wide range of duties and responsibilities connected with the fabric and systems of the school. This includes compliance, security, cleanliness, monitoring contracts/contractors, routine maintenance and refurbishment, minor repairs and to carry out pre-planned maintenance programmes.
The post holder will be required to work flexible hours between these schools.
Interested candidates are requested to apply online or by email – david.cowell@alpschools.org. To download the application form please visit www.alpschools.org and email all completed applications.
Closing Date: Friday 14th November 2025
Interviews: w/b Mon 24th Nov
We are committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Role: IT Operations Lead
Salary: £35,100 - £45,000
Location: Based in head office, Gravesend with travel to all ALP Sites
Contract Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 7th November 2025
Interviews: W/B 24th November 2025
Job Advert
IT Operations Lead
Pay: £35,100 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
Location: Candidates can be based in London & the South East, or the Midlands, with regular travel required to ALP Schools sites. The post will primarily be based at the Head Office in Gravesend, and the post holder will be expected to be present in all ALP Schools at least one day per week over a two-week period.
Contract Type: Full-time, initial 12-month fixed-term contract, 40 hours per week
ALP Schools is a chain of five “Good” schools. This is an exciting time as we continue to grow in staff numbers, student population, and our strong reputation for high-quality, specialist education.
ALP Schools provide continuity in learning for pupils with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Our mission is to work with learners to overcome barriers to learning through flexible, structured, and needs-led approaches. The nature of our work can be challenging but deeply rewarding, and we place great importance on caring for staff wellbeing and promoting our people strategy.
We are looking for an IT Operations Lead to support our vision and play a key role in our continued growth. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of ALP Schools’ IT department. This includes ensuring the availability, reliability, and security of IT systems and infrastructure across all sites.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing IT staff and day-to-day operations
- Developing and implementing IT policies and strategy
- Overseeing IT budgets and procurement
- Aligning IT operations with organisational goals
We are a Google Education School operating solely on Chrome OS devices, so experience in this environment will be advantageous. Please read the full job description attached to this advert before applying.
Expenses for travel between sites will be covered.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online or by email to david.cowell@alpschools.org.
Closing Date: Friday 7th November 2025
Interviews: Week beginning 24th November 2025
ALP Schools is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding, and all posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check.