Director of Finance and Operations

We are looking to appoint a Director of Finance and Operations to join our ambitious and successful Single Academy Trust and play a pivotal role in shaping the school's future. Working as part of the school's Senior Leadership Team, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to strategic decision making and operational excellence to support the school's vision of delivering outstanding outcomes for our students. The successful candidate will have strategic responsibility for all aspects of finance and will lead and manage key support teams, including Finance, Estates, the School Office and IT, ensuring these functions continue to operate efficiently and effectively to support teaching and learning. Working closely with the Headteacher in their role as Accounting Officer, you will provide accurate, timely and effective information to the Senior Leadership Team and Board of Trustees to ensure informed decision making and robust governance and provide guidance on all financial matters relating to the Trust. The successful candidate will have a strong financial background and be able to think strategically, creatively and innovatively, whilst being commercially astute. As you will be working with young people, you should have a passion for working in an educational environment and must be able to form positive relationships with key stakeholders, including trustees, staff and students. The Director of Finance and Operations is expected to play a key role within the Senior Leadership Team, working alongside these colleagues to set the culture of the school.

Whilst a formal accounting qualification is not essential, exceptional financial acumen and a track record of financial control will be essential. Prior experience in the education sector is not essential and we welcome applications from candidates with backgrounds in other sectors.

A highly attractive remuneration package is offered, reflecting the seniority and significance of the position. The salary offered will depend on skills and experience. This is a full-time, 52-week post and some flexibility in working hours will be required in light of the role and responsibilities.,

• Annual holiday entitlement of a minimum of 26 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Generous local government pension scheme.
• Free on-site car parking.
• Employee Assistance Programme and access to a 24 hour virtual GP service.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, through our Wellbeing Charter, including one staff wellbeing day per year.
Contact Lisa Shackleton, HR Officer for an informal discussion or to arrange a visit. Applications can be made online via the TES or e- teach websites. Robert May's School reserves the right to interview earlier should suitable candidates apply.