Chief Finance and Operations Officer

Engage Enrich Excel Academy Trust; Camberley; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A community-focused educational organization is seeking a Chief Finance and Operations Officer to lead financial strategies and operational management. This full-time, permanent role offers on-site and remote working options. The ideal candidate should have a professional finance qualification and experience in education or the public sector. Join a values-led organization committed to staff and pupil wellbeing, influencing the future of community-based education.

Qualifications

• Experience in education or public sector finance management.
• Proven track record of leading teams and driving strategic improvements.
• Ability to develop sustainable financial plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial and operational strategy for the trust.
• Manage school funding, resources, and grants.
• Work closely with the CEO on strategic planning.

Skills

Strategic financial management

Operational leadership

Compliance management

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Professional finance qualification

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Engage Enrich Excel Academies is seeking a Chief Finance and Operations Officer (CFOO) to lead the financial and operational strategy of the trust. The role is full-time, permanent, and offers both on-site and remote working options.

The trust is a growing, values-led organization committed to community-based education, aiming to expand to eight primary schools by September 2025. The CFOO will manage school funding, resources, grants, and community projects, working closely with the CEO to develop sustainable long-term plans. The role involves leading a talented team, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and alignment with the trust's vision and values.

The ideal candidate is a professionally qualified finance leader with experience across multiple functions, preferably within education or the public sector. They should be an inspiring leader capable of shaping strategy and driving improvements, with expertise in strategic financial and operational management, systems, policies, and internal controls.

The Trust Board is dedicated and ambitious, committed to staff and pupil wellbeing. The role offers an exciting opportunity to influence the future of a community-rooted trust. Interviews are scheduled for the week beginning 21st July 2025. Candidates are encouraged to have a confidential discussion with the CEO, David Harris, and are welcome to visit any of the trust's schools to gain a better understanding.

Safeguarding Statement

Engage Enrich Excel Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Applications from underrepresented groups are particularly welcomed.