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# Payments Officer - Internal Applications Only

- **Company:** The Borough
- **Location:** London, UK
- **Salary:** £41,511 - £43,449
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Office, Oracle (Applications)
- **Published:** November 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.co.uk/jobs/details/5956695607

## About the Role

Numeracy and literacy qualification e.g. GCSE English and Maths or equivalent.
Relevant professional qualification

 * Experience of making accurate and timely and accurate complex payments to a high number of providers in respect of a high number of children
 * Good knowledge and understanding of EYB and HNB DSG financial requirements, payments processes, systems, policy, practices, procedures, and legislation.
 * Experience of delivering a range of information, support and training to increase colleagues and stakeholders knowledge and understanding of financial requirements in relation to Early Years Block and High Needs Block DSG payments
 * Experience of carrying out monitoring, reviews and audits in line with Council financial guidance and statutory requirements in relation to payments from Early Years and High Needs Block of the DSG
 * Significant experience of working with and forming positive, trusting relationships with Ofsted/DfE registered settings, commissioned providers and individuals.
 * A good understanding of the issues that can affect Ofsted/DfE registered settings, commissioned providers and individuals in relation to EYB and HNB DSG payments and how best to address them
 * Experience of using initiative, knowledge and expertise which result in service improvements
 * Experience of leading and sustaining partnerships both internally and externally.
 * Excellent customer service skills, with experience of resolving escalated / complex customer queries.
 * Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, with proven ability to communicate effectively and persuasively to a wide range of audiences.
 * An understanding of both the importance and limits of confidentiality in education/safeguarding work, and how to apply these principles.
 * Self-motivated, and able to demonstrate initiative and commitment.
 * IT skills, including Microsoft Office suite, and skilled in the use of a computerised general ledger system, including experience of developing systems to achieve desired business outcomes.
 * Experience of Synergy/Access and Oracle or similar large financial ICT system.

Terms and conditions:

 * Satisfactory employment references and CIFAS identity checks;
 * Satisfactory declaration of interest;
 * This role is subject to safer recruitment practices as it involves work with children and/ or vulnerable adults;
 * Satisfactory DBS check;
 * As a public authority, we must ensure that members of staff in public-facing roles are able to speak fluent English. This means that they must have a command of spoken English, with confidence and accuracy, sufficient for the effective performance of their role. This requirement does not refer to any particular English language qualifications, regional or international accents, dialects, speech impediments or the tone of conversations. It does not require staff to speak only in English.

## Description

The post holder provides specialist finance, payments, support, and training services to early years providers, commissioned services, and individuals receiving funding through the Early Years Block (EYB) and High Needs Block (HNB) of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG). The role ensures accurate and timely payments, supports compliance with statutory and financial requirements, delivers guidance and training to providers, and works collaboratively with internal and external partners to help them meet funding requirements. The post also supports the Senior Payments Officer in the effective administration and management of funding processes., * Contributing to meeting the Councils statutory duty to develop and implement a transparent formula in relation to providers who deliver the Governments free early education and childcare scheme, and make payments to all providers in line with the DfE's and Education and Skills Funding Agencies Early Years requirements.

 * Contributing to meeting the Councils statutory duty to develop and implement financial arrangements to Ofsted/DfE registered settings, commissioned providers and individuals from the High Needs Block (HNB) of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) and make payments in line with the DfE's and Education and Skills Funding Agencies requirements.
 * Developing and arranging the delivery of a range of information, support and training to Ofsted/DfE registered settings, commissioned providers and individuals in order for them to understand and comply with financial procedures in relation to the Early Years Block (EYB) and High Needs Block (HNB) of the Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG).
 * Monitoring compliance with statutory and financial requirements and taking appropriate action where non-compliance issues are identified.
 * Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners to empower them to meet (EYB) and High Needs Block (HNB) financial requirements.
 * Support the Senior Payments Officer