Education CFO | Strategic Leader for Growth & Governance

Kirklees Council; Batley; On-site; GBP 78,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

Ethos Academy Trust invites applications for a Chief Financial Officer to join Reach Academy's leadership team in West Yorkshire. The CFO will provide strategic financial leadership across the Trust, ensure governance, and drive sustainable growth in education.

The successful candidate will report to the CEO and work with school leaders to maximise outcomes for pupils and communities. Interview date: TBC. Closing date: 21 October 2026.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across the Trust.
• Report to the Chief Executive Officer and lead the Trust's financial strategy.
• Drive governance, compliance and value for pupils and communities.

Job description

Ethos Academy Trust invites applications for a Chief Financial Officer to join Reach Academy's leadership team in West Yorkshire. The CFO will provide strategic financial leadership across the Trust, ensure governance, and drive sustainable growth in education.

The successful candidate will report to the CEO and work with school leaders to maximise outcomes for pupils and communities. Interview date: TBC. Closing date: 21 October 2026.