Interim High Needs Block & DSG Finance Lead

Panoramic Associates Limted; Trowbridge; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim High Needs / DSG Finance Lead to guide a council's education services in Trowbridge. This role requires strong leadership in financial management, compliance with funding regulations, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate has experience with DSG and SEND funding, thrives in a public-sector environment, and collaborates effectively. A hybrid working arrangement allows flexibility while requiring some on-site presence.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to thrive in complex public-sector environments.
• Comfortable with independent work while fostering teamwork.
• Strong experience with high-needs funding and budgeting processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead on High Needs Block and wider DSG financial management.
• Support SEND and education teams with accurate financial modelling.
• Oversee statutory returns and maintain compliance.
• Provide financial insights on DSG pressures.
• Strengthen financial monitoring and controls.

Skills

High Needs Block

DSG / Education Finance

SEND funding

DFG and other education-related grants

Excellent technical finance skills

Confidence in decision-making

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Interim High Needs / DSG Finance Lead to guide a council's education services in Trowbridge. This role requires strong leadership in financial management, compliance with funding regulations, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate has experience with DSG and SEND funding, thrives in a public-sector environment, and collaborates effectively. A hybrid working arrangement allows flexibility while requiring some on-site presence.