Financial Adviser jobs in Darlington

Join our Outstanding college group and use your finance expertise to support the delivery of impactful capital projects across the Tees Valley.

Who we are?

The Education Training Collective (Etc.) is a forward‑thinking group of colleges and training providers, including Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form College, NETA Training Group and Innersummit. Together, we deliver high‑quality education and skills training across the Tees Valley.

We are proud to have recently achieved an Outstanding Ofsted rating, recognising the exceptional support, teaching and opportunities we provide for our students. As we build on this success, there has never been a better time to join our team.

We are committed to creating opportunities for our students and communities, equipping people with the skills to launch their careers, raise aspirations and drive regional growth. “ONE Etc- fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond”. If you share our vision and energy, we welcome your application.

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious and proactive FBP - Capital & Projects to play a key role in supporting the financial management of our capital investment programme and wider organisational projects.

This is an exciting opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational leaders, providing insightful financial advice, and helping to deliver successful projects that make a real difference.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will provide high-quality financial support across the organisation. You will work collaboratively with budget holders, project managers, and finance colleagues to ensure robust financial planning, monitoring and reporting.

A key part of the role will involve monitoring multi-million pound capital projects, ensuring that expenditure, income and cashflow are accurately tracked and reported throughout the projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring all relevant income, expenditure and cashflow for capital and other projects, working collaboratively with the Project and Finance teams to support the claim process for financial grants/loans.
• Preparation of reports on the status and progress of capital projects for stakeholders and the monthly management accounts.
• Maintaining up-to-date cashflow forecasts and budgets.
• Maintaining Fixed Asset Register including processing depreciation and grant transactions.
• Providing an efficient and professional financial support service to Heads of Department and Budget holders, in accordance with financial regulations, policies and procedures.
• Assisting in the preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and the annual statutory accounts.

Why Join Us?

We are proud that 87% of our employees tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. Here is a snapshot of what you can expect, for further information about all our benefits please see our employee benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement (34-43 days per annum, depending on role and length of service) and up to 5 additional days leave at Christmas.
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 14.2% Employer Contribution
• 2 Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower our employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose- because your wellbeing matters.
• Access to a number of other employee benefits including, a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, Virtual Online GP access 365 days per year, employee assistance programme, discounts at high street and online retailers, free on-site parking, plus many more.
• You will have the opportunity to work across our fantastic sites and make use of our modern facilities, including discounted or free access to one of our on‑site gyms (depending on location).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a public sector organisation, we value the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, respect and support. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Schedule

• Monday – Thursday – 8.30am to 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am to 4pm
• Flexible lunch breaks

Ready to Apply?

If you demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering exceptional support services, uphold the principles of inclusion, and wish to join an Outstanding college within a progressive and supportive group, we encourage you to apply.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 2nd November 2026.

Disclosure and Barring Service

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and any convictions that are not eligible for filtering, prior to the interview date.

Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.

If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you may wish to seek independent advice from:

• Visit Nacro | email helpline@nacro.org.uk | call 0300 123 1999
• Visit Unlock | phone 01634 247350 | text 07824 113848

Further information on filtering and protected offences is available on the Ministry of Justice website

Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. For more information, please see our EDIB policy

Right to Work in the UK

All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK, in line with The Education Training Collective’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.

Visa Sponsorship

The Education Training Collective offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles, where it is considered appropriate and necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not applicable to most roles.

Our recruitment principles are based on fairness, transparency, and a commitment to developing local talent. Sponsorship will only be offered where there is clear, evidenced justification, such as:

• Significant recruitment difficulties, or
• The need for specialist skills unavailable in the local labour market.

Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is not appropriate, justified, or approved, we will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes situations where an existing employee’s visa expires and sponsorship is not granted.

Safeguarding

Safeguarding is a key priority for the Group. We have robust policies and systems in place to ensure a safe environment for learners and staff, including our responsibilities under the Prevent Duty.

To read more, please visit Safeguarding

Accuracy and Use of AI Tools:

You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.

Applications

• CVs and late applications will not be accepted
• No agencies, please
• All applications must be completed via our website