Regional Finance Business Partner
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
At L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, we are driven by a simple but powerful mission: to lead, empower, achieve and drive excellence for every child. We are now seeking a highly skilled and motivated Regional Finance Business Partner to play a pivotal role in initially supporting two of our secondary academies - Noel-Baker Academy (Derby) and The Birley Academy (Sheffield)on their journey of improvement and sustained success.
This is more than a finance role. It is an opportunity to influence strategic decision-making, strengthen financial sustainability, and directly contribute to improving outcomes for young people across our Trust.
About the Role
As Regional Finance Business Partner, you will act as the lead finance professional across two of our secondary academies, working closely with Headteachers and senior leaders to provide expert financial insight and challenge.
You will:
* Lead strategic financial planning, including 3-year budget setting and forecasting
* Provide clear, actionable financial advice to support school improvement priorities
* Oversee robust financial management and compliance, ensuring best value and efficiency
* Act as a trusted partner to leaders, helping them understand the financial implications of decisions
* Drive consistency and excellence in financial systems and processes across schools
This role is central to ensuring that financial resources are used effectively to support high-quality education and improved pupil outcomes.
About You
We are looking for someone who is not only technically strong but also able to operate as a strategic partner and influencer.
You will:
* Be a part-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) with strong financial expertise
* Have experience of working in a complex, multi-site or education environment (desirable)
* Demonstrate the ability to translate financial data into meaningful insight for non-finance leaders
* Be confident in challenging and supporting senior stakeholders
* Be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
* Show a proactive, solution-focused mindset with the ability to drive improvement
Most importantly, you will share our commitment to making a tangible difference to the lives of children and young people.
Why Join L.E.A.D. Academy Trust?
L.E.A.D. is a growing multi-academy trust with 27 academies across the East Midlands and South Yorkshire, serving over 11,500 pupils and employing 1,650 staff .
When you join us, you will benefit from:
* A values-driven organisation focused on leadership, empowerment, achievement and continuous improvement
* The opportunity to work across schools and influence Trust-wide strategy and impact
* A strong culture of collaboration, support and professional development
* Access to high-quality CPD through the L.E.A.D. Teaching School Hub
* A competitive salary and generous local government pension
* A comprehensive wellbeing offer including Employee Assistance Programme, online GP, physiotherapy and occupational health support
Join Us
This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to step into a role where they can shape financial strategy, influence leadership decisions, and make a real difference to schools and communities.
If you are looking for a role where your expertise will have visible impact and purpose, we would love to hear from you.