Chief Financial Officer
| Posting date: | 22 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 September 2025 |
| Location: | Liskeard, Not recorded, PL14 3EA |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 6d315844-6b9c-4b1b-8a6d-a0fc61da559b |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking an experienced finance leader to join us in delivering high-quality finance, estates and operations services to the Trust’s Executive Team. The successful candidate will be part of our Trust’s Strategic Leadership Team and will play a critical role in continuing to maintain and build upon our success.
We welcome applications from candidates who are professionally qualified and have experience of leading a finance service. A relevant leadership qualification would be advantageous. The post is based in Liskeard with travel to other sites in South East Cornwall being a regular part of the role.
What the school offers its staff
This is a leadership role within the Trust Shared Services Team, working with an experienced and dedicated team of colleagues who deliver services to our schools on a 52 weeks per year basis. Although the majority of our working hours are during term-time, there is a requirement for some work to be undertaken during school holidays.
Further details about the role
We welcome visits to the Trust from prospective candidates and/or a conversation with the CEO. Please contact Claire Askar, PA to the CEO on 01579 325732 or by email caskar@smart-trust.net
To find out more information about SMART Schools Trust, please visit our website at www.smart-trust.net
Commitment to safeguarding
SMART Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, health screening and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.
We are seeking an experienced finance leader to join us in delivering high-quality finance, estates and operations services to the Trust’s Executive Team. The successful candidate will be part of our Trust’s Strategic Leadership Team and will play a critical role in continuing to maintain and build upon our success.
We welcome applications from candidates who are professionally qualified and have experience of leading a finance service. A relevant leadership qualification would be advantageous. The post is based in Liskeard with travel to other sites in South East Cornwall being a regular part of the role.
What the school offers its staff
This is a leadership role within the Trust Shared Services Team, working with an experienced and dedicated team of colleagues who deliver services to our schools on a 52 weeks per year basis. Although the majority of our working hours are during term-time, there is a requirement for some work to be undertaken during school holidays.
Further details about the role
We welcome visits to the Trust from prospective candidates and/or a conversation with the CEO. Please contact Claire Askar, PA to the CEO on 01579 325732 or by email caskar@smart-trust.net
To find out more information about SMART Schools Trust, please visit our website at www.smart-trust.net
Commitment to safeguarding
SMART Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references, health screening and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.