Student Finance Officer

Tyne Coast College

South Tyneside Campus

Student Finance Officer

Part Time

17.5 Hours per week

Professional Services

Salary Scale 3

Spine Points 8 – 11

Salary £24,102.00 pro rata

Actual Salary £12,051.00

Closing Date: Monday 15th December 2025

Are you passionate about supporting students and removing financial barriers to education? We are looking for a Student Finance Support Officer to join our team at South Tyneside College.

About the Role

You will assist the Student Finance Co-ordinator in processing applications for financial support, including bursaries, travel, childcare, and other schemes. This role involves assessing eligibility, awarding funds, and providing a frontline service to students, ensuring they receive the support they are entitled to. You'll also maintain accurate records in line with government regulations and college policies, and work closely with other teams to promote student wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and assess applications for student financial support.
• Award bursary and other financial support based on eligibility.
• Provide advice and guidance to students on available financial support.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with audit requirements.
• Promote awareness of bursary funds to staff and students.
• Monitor student attendance in line with funding requirements.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in an administrative role and excellent customer service skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office packages.
• Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and respond quickly to changing requirements.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• A team player who can use their initiative.

Desirable:

• Experience with student bursary funds and MI systems.
• NVQ Level 2 or above in Business Administration (or equivalent).

Why Join Us?

At South Tyneside College, we are committed to equality, diversity, and safeguarding. You'll be part of a supportive team that values professional development and works collaboratively to make a real difference in students' lives.

Tyne Coast College was created from the merger of South Tyneside College and South Shields Marine School, with TyneMet College and Queen Alexandra Sixth Form.

We offer a vast range of educational opportunities for those aged 14 to adults - including A'levels, vocational programmes, apprenticeships, Higher Education and specialist maritime training. Our portfolio is multi award winning with national accolades and a global outstanding reputation for maritime provision. The College has a high performing SEND provision which has been recognised nationally and is a regional specialist in teaching and learning for learners with SEN.

Tyne Coast College is the North East's world leading maritime training provider and was awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for its expertise in creating high-tech under and above water digital scenarios and was rated Ofsted 'Good' in October 2019.

As a strong proactive voice in the north east we are passionate about providing a dynamic and diverse curriculum brimming with the essential academic and vocational skills' training that enables students to progress on to their chosen careers.

Our motto for a bigger, better, stronger future for the region encapsulates our commitment to the region, the business sector and those living and working in the north east.

Recruiting high-calibre, professional staff with vocational credibility is at the core of our success. We are looking for dynamic and innovative individuals with a passion for achieving excellence through delivering a first class quality service at all times.