Social network you want to login/join with:col-narrow-leftClient:Teaching PersonnelLocation:Aylesbury, United KingdomJob Category:Other-EU work permit required:Yescol-narrow-rightJob Reference:Job Views:3Posted:29.06.2025Expiry Date:13.08.2025col-wideJob Description:Chief Financial Officer (CFO)Location: Basingstoke, HampshireSalary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + Pension SchemeContract Type: Full Time, PermanentStart Date: September 2025Strategic Leadership for Sustainable Growth – Join a Thriving Coeducational Secondary School as CFOAre you an accomplished finance professional with a passion for education and organisational excellence? Do you possess the strategic insight and leadership capabilities to drive financial performance and long-term planning at a senior level?Our client, a high-achieving coeducational secondary school located in Basingstoke, is seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the Executive Leadership Team from September 2025. This is a critical role at the heart of the school’s operations, ideal for someone who thrives in strategic planning, financial governance, and transformational leadership.About the Role:As CFO, you will lead the financial strategy and operations of the school, ensuring robust financial controls, effective budgeting, and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. You will contribute to strategic decision-making and be a key advisor to the Headteacher, Governors, and Trust (if applicable). The role also includes oversight of other key operational areas such as estates, procurement, and risk management.You will be instrumental in supporting the school’s mission to deliver outstanding educational outcomes through sustainable and transparent financial leadership.What the School Offers:A high-impact strategic leadership role with autonomy and influenceAn innovative and values-driven educational environmentA supportive Headteacher and experienced senior teamOpportunities for continuous professional developmentCompetitive salary and pension packageAccess to school facilities and benefitsWhat They’re Looking For:Significant experience in senior financial leadership, ideally within education, charities, public, or not-for-profit sectorsStrong understanding of funding models and financial regulations relevant to schools or academiesA track record of strategic planning, risk management, and delivering financial sustainabilityExcellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to engage a range of stakeholdersA clear commitment to safeguarding, inclusivity, and the school’s core valuesIf you are a visionary finance leader looking to make a lasting contribution in the education sector, we would be delighted to hear from you.To Apply:Please send your CV to ali.aslampermanentworkforceresourcingAll applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
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