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Finance Manager – Professional Secondary School – Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale
School Information
This is a well-established 11–18 Good Ofsted-rated secondary school in Tunbridge Wells, Kent with a strong commitment to high standards, student wellbeing and continuous improvement.
The school serves a diverse and vibrant community and is widely recognised for its supportive ethos where strong relationships between staff and students underpin daily practice. Students are respectful, motivated and eager to succeed, creating a calm and purposeful learning environment.
The leadership team is committed to continuous improvement and maintaining a supportive working environment for staff. Teachers and support staff benefit from a collaborative professional culture where ideas are shared and professional development is actively encouraged.
The school’s facilities are modern and well maintained, providing an excellent environment for both learning and administration. Efficient financial management is essential to maintaining these standards and ensuring resources are used effectively.
The Role
The school is seeking an experienced and organised Finance Manager to oversee the financial operations of the school.
This is an important leadership support role responsible for ensuring the school’s financial systems operate efficiently and transparently. The successful candidate will work closely with the senior leadership team to support budgeting, financial planning and financial monitoring across the school.
The Finance Manager will ensure that resources are managed effectively and that the school maintains strong financial practices that support its long-term strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
* Managing the school’s financial systems and processes
* Preparing and monitoring the school budget
* Producing financial reports for senior leaders and governors
* Overseeing financial transactions and expenditure
* Managing procurement processes and supplier relationships
* Supporting payroll administration and staff financial records
* Monitoring financial compliance and audit requirements
* Supporting long-term financial planning across the school
Person Specification
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
* Strong financial management experience
* Excellent organisational and analytical skills
* Ability to manage budgets and financial reporting
* Knowledge of financial systems and accounting procedures
* Strong communication and teamwork skills
* A proactive and detail-oriented approach
Experience working in education finance would be beneficial but is not essential.
Application
To apply, please send your CV as soon as possible.