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Director of Finance & Operations
Full Time
SMG Grade 1 - 2 (dependant on experience) £53,212 - £66,762 gross per annum
CHANGE Schools Partnership requires an outstanding Finance and Operations Director to provide the financial lead of the Trust and manage its Central Services team including the delivery of business services across the Trust.
Reporting to and working closely with the CEO, this Executive Leadership Team position is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated, qualified and ambitious individual to play a pivotal role in the development of the Trust.
This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking, well respected and expanding trust, which is committed to leading excellent practice and innovation within the rapidly changing educational landscape. CHANGE Schools Partnership currently includes four schools: three primary schools and a junior school. Under the leadership of a visionary CEO with a proven track record in school improvement and an Executive Leadership Team committed to making a difference and achieving the best possible outcomes for our pupils, we believe in strong partnership - one learning community over several sites, underpinned by our strong core values and ethos.
The Trust is seeking someone with a full accountancy qualification who can demonstrate a successful track record of financial, operational and team leadership. A background in academy finances is desirable although consideration will be given to finance professionals from outside the sector who are suitably qualified.
The successful candidate will benefit from becoming part of a strong community of academies and help to shape its future success. CHANGE Schools Partnership is dedicated to providing the best possible provision leading to the best possible educational and wider outcomes for all our pupils. If you want to be part of our journey, we would love to hear from you!
For an informal discussion about the post, please contact Stuart Ellis, CEO on 07533110986 or stuartellis@changesp.org.uk
In compliance with Safer Recruitment guidelines, CVs cannot be accepted. We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake the appropriate checks including an enhanced DBS check.
Your completed application form should be submitted electronically to michelleglover@changesp.org.uk by noon on Friday 7 September 2018.
It is anticipated that interviews will take place week commencing 17 September 2018.
Information about the School
AIMING HIGH – CHANGING LIVES
CHANGE Schools Partnership is a multi-academy trust currently with two schools working closely with each other. Our vision is values-driven and child-centred, in order to bring about the best holistic outcomes for all pupils. Our aim is grow our organisation enabling more children to access high quality provision and provide job and career opportunities for those who work for us.
We know our staff are key to achieving our vision. We value them highly and invest in them richly, giving them lots of opportunities to develop, grow and work collaboratively with others.