Finance Director
Broadleaf Partnership Trust
Sutton Coldfield, B72 1RB
- New
- Salary:
- Competitive Salary - it’s important to us that we get the right person in this role
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- Spring 2025
- Apply by:
- 12 December 2024
Job overview
We are excited to be seeking a Finance Director to join our trust executive team. Leading this key directorate, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our financial future to support our sole purpose to deliver exceptional education.
At Broadleaf Partnership Trust, our motto of "Growing Together" is central to everything we do. We believe in supporting our schools and learners to continually improve while also nurturing the sustainable growth of our Trust. As Finance Director, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to this shared journey.
Our Trust values of alliance, aspiration and agility set the direction for our finance strategy, lending themselves to our pooled funding principles that allow us to achieve equity by directing funding to where it will have the greatest impact.
Working closely with our central team and Trustees, and in collaboration with our school leaders, you will develop comprehensive financial plans, budgets and forecasts that ensure the financial health of our Trust whilst enabling our schools and learners to benefit from having access to the resources they need to achieve their objectives.
We can offer you:
- Competitive salary
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
- Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme
- The opportunity to work in this innovative and vibrant Academy Trust with the full support of an experienced professional team of staff
- Well-established protocols and systems (including Xero accounting software and IMP budgeting software)
- Professional Development and training to support you in your work
- Access to relevant local and national networks
- Cashback healthcare plan
- Access to free 24/7 GP service for you and members of your household
- Employee assistance scheme including free and confidential advice, information and counselling, discounted gym membership, discounts at various retail outlets and attractions/days out
- Cycle to work scheme
If you have demonstrable experience in a senior finance role and a sound knowledge of the education sector, along with a professional accounting qualification, the ability to build trust and effective relationships with stakeholders, and a strategic mindset then we encourage you to apply.
Closing date: Midday on 12 December 2024.
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
About Broadleaf Partnership Trust
- Broadleaf Partnership Trust
- Upper Holland Road, Sutton Coldfield
- West Midlands
- B72 1RB
- United Kingdom
Welcome to Broadleaf Partnership Trust.
At Broadleaf Partnership Trust, we create exciting futures – both for our students and our staff. Based in Sutton Coldfield, we bring together Plantsbrook School and Sixth Form, Perryfields Academy and Town Junior School to deliver outstanding educational experiences in community-centred schools.
We’re here to give young people a lifelong love of learning and equip them with the life skills they need to realise their personal ambitions and goals. Our schools are places where children can flourish, in environments that celebrate successes and deliver academic excellence. A challenging curriculum and excellent teaching are supported by a wealth of enrichment activities, which foster curiosity, inclusivity and creativity.
Join us and you can expect equal emphasis on your development as a professional. Our highly experienced leadership team will give you all the support you need to continually develop your skills and career, which could take you anywhere within our expanding network of schools. We are dedicated to innovation in teaching and learning, and celebrate a culture of continuous improvement, so you can be certain we’ll be keen to hear your ideas – and then make them happen.
In return for your vision and commitment, you can expect an exceptional package including a cashback healthcare plan, free GP helpline service for you and anyone in your household, employee assistance scheme (offering free and confidential advice and counselling), opportunities to receive career coaching and a cycle to work scheme.
However, your biggest reward will be making a measurable difference to children’s lives in a unique atmosphere where change is embraced – and people are transformed.
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