Chief Finance and Operations Officer
| Posting date: | 26 June 2024 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2024 |
| Location: | Tenterden, Not recorded, TN30 6LT |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 456b3d55-a9df-4274-9cf6-8ffd32061783 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
Tenterden Schools Trust is a mixed multi academy trust in mid-Kent that currently runs one large secondary, five primaries and two nurseries.
We are seeking an inspirational leader who will be responsible for the financial development and sustainability of Tenterden Schools Trust and for overall strategic management of our buildings and estates. Working closely with the CEO and senior leaders you will provide leadership and management of the trust’s finance and business functions, enabling the trust to work effectively towards its aims.
You will develop an effective and efficient business model for the Central Services of the Trust and modernise and strengthen processes within the organisation to enable us to expand and embed a culture of compliance with financial and operational regulations.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and innovative senior finance professional with a track record of delivering significant improvement within an organisation. You will combine a record of successful strategic leadership and sustainable improvement with energy, flair and a determination to succeed. Additionally, you will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, allowing you to build strong relationships with stakeholders, including school leaders, staff, governors, and external partners. Your ability to communicate clearly and persuasively will be crucial in driving the Trust's vision and goals forward.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the Trust’s educational objectives and long-term growth.
• Ensure robust financial controls and risk management processes are in place.
• Oversee budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting to ensure financial transparency and accountability.
• Manage procurement and contract negotiations to maximise value for money.
• Lead the estates management team to ensure our facilities are safe, well-maintained, and conducive to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the finance and operations teams.
• Lead on and manage CIF bids across the Trust
What the school offers its staff
We seek to develop our staff through a professional growth model and treat everyone as an individual; we value personal strengths and qualities. Our office is set in a 55 acre site midway between London and the Channel Ports and is easily commutable via major roads and motorways. You will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent including discounts and offers with Kent Rewards, RAC and enhanced pension contributions. There is also a nursery based next door to the Trust office which offers discounts to Trust Staff. There is the opportunity for hybrid working with this role.
Commitment to safeguarding
Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Through the training of our staff, we are fully committed to ensuring that effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families, students and staff at school. We make every effort to ensure that students are provided with a safe and secure learning environment. Each school enforces a safeguarding policy for permanent and temporary staff members, volunteers and all school visitors.
Tenterden Schools Trust is a mixed multi academy trust in mid-Kent that currently runs one large secondary, five primaries and two nurseries.
We are seeking an inspirational leader who will be responsible for the financial development and sustainability of Tenterden Schools Trust and for overall strategic management of our buildings and estates. Working closely with the CEO and senior leaders you will provide leadership and management of the trust’s finance and business functions, enabling the trust to work effectively towards its aims.
You will develop an effective and efficient business model for the Central Services of the Trust and modernise and strengthen processes within the organisation to enable us to expand and embed a culture of compliance with financial and operational regulations.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and innovative senior finance professional with a track record of delivering significant improvement within an organisation. You will combine a record of successful strategic leadership and sustainable improvement with energy, flair and a determination to succeed. Additionally, you will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, allowing you to build strong relationships with stakeholders, including school leaders, staff, governors, and external partners. Your ability to communicate clearly and persuasively will be crucial in driving the Trust's vision and goals forward.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement financial strategies that support the Trust’s educational objectives and long-term growth.
• Ensure robust financial controls and risk management processes are in place.
• Oversee budget preparation, monitoring, and reporting to ensure financial transparency and accountability.
• Manage procurement and contract negotiations to maximise value for money.
• Lead the estates management team to ensure our facilities are safe, well-maintained, and conducive to high-quality teaching and learning.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development within the finance and operations teams.
• Lead on and manage CIF bids across the Trust
What the school offers its staff
We seek to develop our staff through a professional growth model and treat everyone as an individual; we value personal strengths and qualities. Our office is set in a 55 acre site midway between London and the Channel Ports and is easily commutable via major roads and motorways. You will enjoy a unique working environment in the heart of the Weald of Kent including discounts and offers with Kent Rewards, RAC and enhanced pension contributions. There is also a nursery based next door to the Trust office which offers discounts to Trust Staff. There is the opportunity for hybrid working with this role.
Commitment to safeguarding
Tenterden Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Through the training of our staff, we are fully committed to ensuring that effective safeguarding procedures are in place to support families, students and staff at school. We make every effort to ensure that students are provided with a safe and secure learning environment. Each school enforces a safeguarding policy for permanent and temporary staff members, volunteers and all school visitors.