About The Role
Hours of work: Full Time, Permanent (52 weeks per year),37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Salary:Shropshire NJC scale point 4953 (£61,154£65,602)
Start date:As soon as possible but ideally no later than January 2026
Location:St. Marys Bluecoat CE Primary School, Bridgnorth, WV15 5EQ.
The Trust is based at St. Marys Bluecoat CE Primary School, Bridgnorth however some remote/home working is possible as well as a requirement to travel to schools within the Trust or those considering joining us.
We are seeking a dedicated and strategic financial leader to guide the Trust through its next phase of development. The CFO will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial excellence and long-term sustainability across our multi-academy trust.
As CFO, you will:
Provide expert financial leadership and strategic advice
Ensure sound financial governance and compliance
Oversee all aspects of financial management across the Trust
Work closely with the CEO and small finance team to support informed decision-making
Be a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to the Trust's overall vision and success
The ideal candidate will have:
Proven experience in financial leadership at a senior level, preferably in an education or a public sector setting
A recognisedprofession...