Finance Lead Review
at Department for Education
Graduate Job
Accounting, Finance
Sheffield
Review Submitted: September 2026
Overall Rating
4.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.6/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Department for Education?
Supportive and friendly work environment. Lots of L&D opportunities available.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Workforce and Financial forecasting, providing financial updates to senior leaders to support decision making, business planning, engaging with senior leaders. I enjoy the financial forecasting the most.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
5/5
I provide financial forecasts to senior leaders, my updates support decision making that directly impacts the directorate.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
4/5
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
How is your work-life balance?
3/5
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate Department for Education initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate Department for Education CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Department for Education to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The DfE is a very inclusive organisation, and where you live in the country does not usually affect your ability to apply for a role. Flexible working arrangements allow people to work from a range of locations, and virtual working has made opportunities much more accessible.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Department for Education?
Read all available guidance on applying for a Civil Service role - ie how to structure answers in the application form and in interview. Reach out to the vacancy owner to find out more about the role before applying.
