Finance Director

Job Description We are seeking an experienced Finance & Resources Director, with strong leadership and management experience, or the potential to operate effectively at senior leadership level, to provide strategic and operational leadership across all non-teaching functions within a high-performing school.nnThe successful Finance Director will bring strong financial and commercial acumen, with the ability to lead multiple operational areas, manage risk, and drive effective resource planning at a senior level.nnThis is a pivotal, high-impact role, working closely with the Principal and Board as a trusted strategic partner, helping to shape the schools financial and operational direction.nnThe Finance Director RolennntLead the schools financial strategy, long-term planning, and resource allocationntProvide high-quality financial insight and analysis to inform strategic decision-makingntEnsure robust financial control, compliance, and governance frameworksntLead all non-teaching functions, including finance, HR, IT, facilities and support servicesntOversee procurement, contracts, and supplier relationships, ensuring value and efficiencyntPartner with the Principal and Board to support strategic priorities and organisational performancennnWhat Were Looking FornnntProven experience in a school, academy or education settingntStrong leadership and management experience, or the potential to operate effectively at senior leadership levelntStrong understanding of education funding, compliance, and regulatory frameworksntExcellent financial planning, analysis, and reporting capabilityntThe ability to influence decision-making and operate at a strategic levelntHighly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectivelyntConfident communicator, comfortable engaging with senior leadership and board-level stakeholdersntA proactive, solutions-oriented approach, with the credibility to operate as a key member of the leadership teamnnnThe OpportunitynnntA senior leadership role with significant scope and influencentDirect partnership with the Principal and BoardntThe opportunity to shape both financial strategy and operational effectivenessntA dynamic, ambitious environment with a clear focus on excellencen

Created: 2026-05-10