Finance Manager

Government jobs, apprenticeship; Larkhill; On-site; GBP 34,434 - 36,363; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS check

Job summary

Wolverley CE Secondary School is seeking an experienced finance professional to lead budgeting, planning and reporting to support long‑term financial sustainability. You will work with the School Business Manager and SLT to develop multi‑year budgets and provide strategic financial advice to leaders and governors.

The role requires advanced Excel and financial systems skills, strong analytical abilities and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• A Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in finance, or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience of budget setting, financial management and reporting.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and build positive working relationships.
• A commitment to the values and ethos of a Church of England school.
• School finance experience would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting in partnership with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team to support the school’s long‑term financial sustainability.
• Develop multi‑year budgets, conduct scenario planning, and provide financial advice to leaders and governors.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and support the school’s governance processes.
• Oversee day‑to‑day financial operations and support income‑generating activities.
• Manage finance staff and deputise for the Business Director on financial matters when required.

Skills

Budget planning

Advanced Excel

Financial analysis

Stakeholder influence

Communication

Education

A Level 5 finance qualification

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

Job Details

• Job role: Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 37 hours per week, TTO + 10 days
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £34,434 - £36,363
• Pay scale: NJC SO1, points 23-25

Responsibilities

• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and reporting in partnership with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team to support the school’s long‑term financial sustainability.
• Develop multi‑year budgets, conduct scenario planning, and provide financial advice to leaders and governors.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and support the school’s governance processes.
• Oversee day‑to‑day financial operations and support income‑generating activities.
• Manage finance staff and deputise for the Business Director on financial matters when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) in finance, or substantial relevant experience.
• Experience of budget setting, financial management and reporting.
• Advanced Excel and financial systems skills.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and build positive working relationships.
• A commitment to the values and ethos of a Church of England school.

School finance experience would be advantageous, but we also welcome applications from candidates looking to bring their finance expertise into the education sector.

Benefits

This role offers variety, challenge, and the chance to play a key part in the school's future success. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Further Information

Candidate must undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Wolverley CE Secondary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.