Chief Financial Officer

Gartree High School; Leicester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Gartree High School is seeking a Chief Finance Officer (CFO) to oversee financial management and ensure sustainability. The role requires strategic leadership in budgeting and compliance, and offers a flexible working pattern. Ideal candidates will have significant finance experience and a relevant qualification.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunity to impact the school's future

Qualifications

• Significant experience in senior financial roles required.
• Experience in education is desirable but not essential.
• Detail-oriented with strong budget management skills.

Responsibilities

• Leading financial management including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Providing strategic financial guidance to leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Financial Management

Financial Compliance

Education

Recognised Finance Qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)

Job description

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Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

Contract: 22.5 hours per week. 1170 hours per annum. We are open to considering a flexible working pattern—such as working additional hours during term time and taking more time off during school holidays, and remote working at times —provided that key financial deadlines are met. The appointment is permanent.

Start Date:to be confirmed.

‘Student's value the school’s positive and inclusive learning environment.’ Ofsted, 2025

Are you a strategic and experienced finance professional looking for a key leadership role in education? Gartree High School is seeking a CFO to oversee and lead the financial management of our school, ensuring financial sustainability and supporting the school’s continued growth and success.

About the Role - As CFO, you will be responsible for:

•Leading on all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and best practices in the education sector.

• Providing strategic financial guidance to the co-headteacher and governing body.

• Managing procurement, and financial controls to ensure efficiency and value for money.

• Identifying and securing additional funding opportunities, including grants and income generation.

• Overseeing risk management and financial sustainability planning.

About You - we are looking for someone who:

• Has significant experience in senior financial roles, or holds a recognised finance qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)

• Has strong leadership and strategic financial management skills.

• Has experience working in education (desirable but not essential).

• Is proactive, detail-oriented, and confident in managing budgets and financial strategy.

• Can work effectively as part of the extended senior leadership team, contributing to the school’s overall success.

Why Join Us?

• A key leadership role with real impact on the school’s future.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• The chance to contribute to an outstanding educational experience for our students.

If you are an ambitious and experienced finance professional looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply

If you would like to know more about this vacancy, or about Gartree, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We would love to give you a tour, or to put you in touch with a school leader who will be more than happy to give you a call to discuss the role. For more information, or to submit your application and covering letter please contact Becky Towe.

You can find out more information through the recruitment pack and on our website.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Gartree High School is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Applications will only be accepted on the school application form; CVs and other forms are not acceptable.

Safeguarding Statement

Gartree is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

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Gartree High School, Ridgeway, Oadby, Leicester, LE2 5TQ

Chief Finance Officer (CFO)

Salary: Grade 14 £53,724 to £59,220 per annum pro rata (actual £32,670 - £36,012)

Contract: 22.5 hours per week. 1170 hours per annum. We are open to considering a flexible working pattern—such as working additional hours during term time and taking more time off during school holidays, and remote working at times —provided that key financial deadlines are met. The appointment is permanent.

Start Date:to be confirmed.

‘Student's value the school’s positive and inclusive learning environment.’ Ofsted, 2025

Are you a strategic and experienced finance professional looking for a key leadership role in education? Gartree High School is seeking a CFO to oversee and lead the financial management of our school, ensuring financial sustainability and supporting the school’s continued growth and success.

About the Role - As CFO, you will be responsible for:

•Leading on all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.

• Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and best practices in the education sector.

• Providing strategic financial guidance to the co-headteacher and governing body.

• Managing procurement, and financial controls to ensure efficiency and value for money.

• Identifying and securing additional funding opportunities, including grants and income generation.

• Overseeing risk management and financial sustainability planning.

About You - we are looking for someone who:

• Has significant experience in senior financial roles, or holds a recognised finance qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)

• Has strong leadership and strategic financial management skills.

• Has experience working in education (desirable but not essential).

• Is proactive, detail-oriented, and confident in managing budgets and financial strategy.

• Can work effectively as part of the extended senior leadership team, contributing to the school’s overall success.

Why Join Us?

• A key leadership role with real impact on the school’s future.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• The chance to contribute to an outstanding educational experience for our students.

If you are an ambitious and experienced finance professional looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you!

How to Apply

If you would like to know more about this vacancy, or about Gartree, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. We would love to give you a tour, or to put you in touch with a school leader who will be more than happy to give you a call to discuss the role. For more information, or to submit your application and covering letter please contact Becky Towe.

You can find out more information through the recruitment pack and on our website.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Gartree High School is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce.

Applications will only be accepted on the school application form; CVs and other forms are not acceptable.

Closing Date: 9am Monday 23rd June 2025

Safeguarding Statement

Gartree is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, pre-employment checks (including evidence of your right to work in the UK), online checks and a satisfactory Health Check.

References will be requested for all shortlisted applicants in advance of the interview.