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What skills and experience we're looking for

The Board of Trustees holds the CEO, executive team and academy leaders to account to successfully deliver against the Trust’s mission and strategic plan. They ensure an excellent education and level of safeguarding for students across the academies, a clear strategic direction, and the setting and monitoring of performance benchmarks. Trustees also have overall responsibility for ensuring that Shaw Education Trust complies with all legal and regulatory requirements, that resources are managed prudently, and that governance is of the highest possible standard.

Trustees actively participate in Board discussions, providing robust challenge in a constructive manner, and work well with other Board members and the leadership team. They understand the strategic nature of the Board’s role and how this differs from the role of executive leaders.

It is likely that candidates will have had some senior experience as either executive or non- executive in a large organisation, although first time Non-Executives / Trustees are welcome to apply. The Trust operates in a highly regulated environment in which good governance is paramount, and candidates should demonstrate a willingness to spend the requisite amount of time understanding these requirements.

All candidates should show integrity, honesty and compassion, and be great team players who can contribute to the Board but excel individually. They should demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm and passion for the mission and values of Shaw Education Trust, and the importance of providing an outstanding education to all students, no matter their background, ability, or starting point. Candidates may be based anywhere in the UK; although an affinity or familiarity with the locations in which the Trust operates would be an advantage but is not essential. It will however be necessary to attend meetings face to face, on three or four occasions annually.

What the school offers its staff

Terms of the Appointment:

These roles are unremunerated, but reasonable, pre-agreed travel expenses will be reimbursed. There are 6 Board meetings held in person in the Midlands or Northwest and each member of the Board will to be a member of at least one sub-committee, (these meetings are currently held remotely). The total time commitment is expected to be approximately 8-10 days per year.

There will be additional induction and training commitments in the first year of term. The appointment is for an initial four-year term, which can be renewed at the discretion of the Board.

Finance and Audit Committee meetings take place remotely the week before the Board meetings. Although there are nominated members of the finance and audit committees, everybody is invited to attend.

Education and Standards committee meetings take place just before Board meetings and all Trustees attend.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV and a cover letter that reflects their experience and passion for the role. We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is defined for the purposes of this guidance as: Protecting children from maltreatment Preventing impairment of children’s mental and physical health or development Ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes Shaw Education Trust recognises that in order to keep pupils safe, leaders must create where pupils and staff are able to speak freely and share any concerns they have.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Chief Finance Officer

Full time, permanent. Part-time/flexible working will be considered.

Start date: 21st April 2025

Salary: Salary negotiable depending on skills and experience.

Closing date: 2nd December 2024

Shortlisting: 3rd/4th December 2024

Interviews: Week of 9th December 2024

HEARTS Academy Trust was established in 2011 and is inspired by its values of happiness, self-esteem, achievement, respect and responsibility, truth, spirituality and service, all of which are deliberately permeated throughout our schools, our relationships and organisation. These values are at the core of all our work, decision making, strategic direction, relationships and the curriculum that out pupils learn.

The role of the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is a crucial strategic appointment, supporting HEARTS to provide and enhance the already excellent opportunities and learning for our pupils. The role, alongside all roles in HEARTS Academy Trust, is focussed on pupils, their well-being, safety and education.

HEARTS Academy Trust is an innovative employer. You will be joining a highly supportive and ambitious organisation, working alongside over 200 like-minded professionals including an executive team comprised of the CEO, COO, Director of Curriculum, Learning and Assessment, Deputy Director and an Executive Head Teacher and Deputy CEO. There are also seven Heads of School/provision, with complimentary teaching staff, business and support staff including experienced Cluster School Business Managers, catering and caretaking teams. The Local Advisory Boards (LABs) and Trustees oversee, lead and support our work with their expertise, time and experience.

HEARTS Academy Trust is seeking an intelligent, resilient, skilled and strategic leader who communicates effectively, honestly and responsibly with all stakeholders. The successful candidate will firmly believe in, and uphold, our HEARTS values.

We highly recommend arranging an informal visit to explore our schools, provision and educational standards in greater depth.

Please contact Don Wry, CEO & Accounting Officer for HEARTS Academy Trust via the HEARTS Chief Operating Officer (COO) Louise Allbury (l.allbury@heartsacademy.uk) in the first instance. Alternatively, please telephone HEARTS Academy Trust at 01268 572672.

For further information about HEARTS Academy Trust, please visit our website: http://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk

How to apply

Please download our Chief Finance Officer Recruitment Pack, Job and Person Specification and HEARTS application form for full details. These are available to download from our website: http://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk/careers/vacancies

It is very important that the HEARTS application form is completed in full, particularly section F which refers to references. We must have the full contact details of two referees, including their name, address, telephone number and email address.

Incomplete application forms will not be considered.

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment CVs are not accepted.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date should we have enough suitable applications, therefore we advise applying early.

HEARTS Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will not discriminate against any applicant on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race. For this reason, all application forms are anonymised before shortlisting takes place to ensure applicants are considered only on the relevant qualifications, skills and experience that are profiled on the application form and personal statement.

If you would like any support or assistance at any stage of your application process, please contact recruitment@heartsacademy.uk / 01268 572672. We will be happy to discuss this with you.

What the school offers its staff

Why choose HEARTS Academy Trust as your new employer?

The HEARTS way of working is based on our values of happiness, self-esteem, achievement, respect and responsibility, truth and service, all of which are embedded within each of our schools.

HEARTS Academy Trust offers a comprehensive rewards and benefits package to all colleagues, including but not limited to:

• A supportive and inclusive culture
• A bespoke workload and well-being charter
• A two-week October half-term break
• Flexible / hybrid working
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Competitive salary
• Excellent training and a commitment to professional development
• HEARTS ethos, vision and values
• Cycle to work scheme
• Membership to the Confederation Schools Trust
• Internal and external networking opportunities

The Trust has a close-knit, family ethos. You will feel and gain a sense of belonging and a shared purpose, helping us transform and shape pupils and families lives.

HEARTS Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the receipt of a satisfactory application form, satisfactory references that meet the requirements as set out in KCSIE, satisfactory online search and an Enhanced DBS check, to include a children’s barred list check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

All applicants can view a copy of our Records Retention Policy on the Trust website, the policy sets out how we will gather, process and hold personal data of individuals during and after the recruitment process.

For further information about the HEARTS Academy Trust please visit our website at: http://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trustees are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches, medical check, prohibited from teaching check and references. References are taken up prior to interview. A copy of the trusts Child Protection Policy is available on our website:- https://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk/policies

What skills and experience we're looking for

The post emerges from our growth and our recent centralisation of central business services. The new CFO role indicates the importance of strategic leadership of finance in the next phase of our work. The CFO remit is currently held by the Chief Operation Officer and Interim Finance Director.

Our work to redesign the Central Business Services structure to date will assist you as the new CFO as we steer the organisation to a strong, scalableand sustainable future.

As our new CFO you will be a member of the Trust Leadership Group, comprising the CEO, Deputy CEO, COO and our Executive Heads. This group is accountable to the Trustee Board for the day to day strategic and operational oversight of the Trust.

We are keen to appoint a CFO that fits with our values and culture, and who can work in service of the school leaders alongside our COO to deliver the vision for Central Business Services.

Please read through the CFO Candidate Pack in full. We encourage you to have a 15-minute conversation with our CEO if you are considering applying for this role. Details of how to arrange this are included in the candidate pack.

What the school offers its staff

We recognise that high-quality, committed staff are key to delivering an excellent education for our pupils and communities.

We strive to ensure that every staff member feels happy and fulfilled in their careers while having access to top-tier support, a comprehensive benefits package, and personalised professional development opportunities. Our wide range of benefits is designed to support the well-being of our staff.

Benefits include:

• Highly competitive salaries
• Excellent pension schemes
• Enhanced leave benefits, including maternity, adoption, and paternity leave
• Generous sick pay entitlements above nationally agreed levels
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities
• Medical support services, including access to counsellors, nurses, physiotherapists, and a 24/7 GP service
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme, offering discounts from leading brands and stores, plus holistic well-being resources, fitness videos, meditations, and yoga courses
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes for bikes, season tickets, and gym memberships

Commitment to safeguarding

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. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Schools Finance Support Partner is responsible to the Strategic Finance Partner and responsible to produce schools financial and statistical reporting and supporting schools with the identification and management of financial risk. Working with the schools, they will ensure that the Trust operates good financial governance in line with the requirements of the Academies Financial Handbook published by the Education Funding Agency (EFA), the Trust Financial Scheme of Delegation.

Duties will include, but are not limited to;

• Obtain, analyse and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, etc. in order to ensure effective internal controls and compliance by the Trusts academies.
• Be responsible for, where the service is commissioned by the trust, the entry of financial transactions
• (orders, invoices etc) for the school.
• Provide reports in accordance with Trust timelines to the Strategic Finance Partners on areas including:

• Monthly management accounts for the school
• Performance against financial KPIs
• Internal Curriculum Financial Planning
• Financial Resource Management
• Benchmarking
• Compliance with Financial Internal Controls
• Risk management

This role is hybrid, remote with travel, if required, to a cluster of academies within the Northwest and Stoke areas when required and Head Office in Kidsgrove for training and team meetings so access to a vehicle and full driving licence will be required.

What the school offers its staff

Shaw Education Trustare a growing group of dynamically awesome academies providing education to children of all ages and abilities. Staff across our team of schools are dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to be successful, whatever their starting point in life.

We place high achievement at the heart of everything we do, and we are determined that no individual has their opportunities limited by their background, or by their ability. We are focused on harnessing the power of people to affect positive change for our children and young adults. We work closely with children, leaders, teachers and support teams, to create their individual best futures: one size fits one. Education should be an exciting space, buzzing with vibrancy, dynamism and unlimited potential. Innovation and entrepreneurialism fuel our passion, enabling creativity and re-conceptualisation to be agilely applied to context and circumstance

An excellent education, in a supportive environment, is what every student attending one of our academies will experience. Central to this is the support we provide to our staff teams, this enables them to continually develop their knowledge, practice and expertise by offering high quality training and research-based opportunities our colleagues are well motivated, highly valued, and incredibly driven professionals.

Although we are a family who work together to create brighter futures, each of our schools still keep their individual identity and uniqueness. This approach of earned autonomy ensures that integrity and transparency underpins everything that we do, with our Trust Board providing oversight, challenge and support. This support is then strengthened at school level through a system of Academy Councils who represent each school and provide local accountability.

Our schools span from Birmingham to Bury, meaning that we can support students from all walks of life, no matter their background or socioeconomic status. In doing this, we are able to help ensure all children are able to access a high standard of education, with all being treated equally.

Our values are,To Be Pupil and People Centred, To be Best in Class, To be Accountable, To be Innovative, To Act With Integrity

Shaw Education Trust offer the following employee benefits with your Teaching or Support Staff employment:

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Support Staff only based on working full time, all year - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays)
• Electric Car Scheme: Environmentally friendly vehicles with our electric car scheme.
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: Enjoy health services designed to support your well-being.
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support and Teaching), Exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection of discounts and exclusive offers from hundreds of the biggest brands.
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust.

We know our people are the key to our success and so we’re committed to ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a rewarding one.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is defined for the purposes of this guidance as: Protecting children from maltreatment Preventing impairment of children’s mental and physical health or development Ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes Shaw Education Trust recognises that in order to keep pupils safe, leaders must create where pupils and staff are able to speak freely and share any concerns they have.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are a Multi Academy Trust comprising of six secondary schools and one primary school with over 750 employees and over 5,500 students, based in Dudley, West Midlands.

Invictus Education Trust is looking to fill a vacancy and appoint a full time Finance Officer in its central finance team. The role will provide operational financial support including financial systems-based solutions in respect of the Trust’s schools. The post will be centrally located within the Trust’s finance team based at the Trust’s Headquarters at Kinver High School but you will be required to travel out during the week to your allocated Trust schools which are located in either the Borough of Dudley or South Staffordshire. You will be working under the direction of the Chief Finance Officer and working closing with the Trust's central Finance Team.

Finance Duties -The main duties and responsibilities will be to provide technical financial advice, support and guidance to the Trust’s Headteachers along with two other centralised Finance Officers and this will be in line with the Trust’s financial policy and procedures framework.

The tasks will range from supporting the Financial Administrator on site at each school, managing the financial transactions relating to the school activities via the Trust’s integrated financial information systems (such as PS Financials and uploading payments to the bank), and meeting with the Headteacher weekly.

You should have experience of working in a financial environment, preferably in an educational setting. You should apply if you are a good communicator, have the ability to organise, plan and prioritise, can work as part of a team, have a good excel skills and are AAT qualified or actively studying towards AAT (Association of Accounting Technician) or equivalent qualification in Finance/Business.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children; therefore, the post is subject to medical clearance and an enhanced DBS check.

For an informal discussion, please contact: Aimee Clarke, Chief Finance Officer,aclarke@invictus.educationor 01384 686536

What the school offers its staff

We are located in the beautiful, rural village setting of Kinver and serve a wide area also comprising the South Staffordshire villages of Stourton, Swindon, Bobbington and Trysull. Over recent years a substantial number of children have travelled in from the southern and western parts of Stourbridge including Norton, Wollaston, Wordsley and from Cookley in Worcestershire. Kinver is also conveniently located for travel to and from Bridgnorth, Dudley and Kidderminster.

Commitment to safeguarding

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. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Post

An experienced and professional Finance Officer is sought for this role in our centralised team, working across our Trust. The Finance Officer is responsible for supporting the CFO in managing the day-to-day operations within the Finance Team and managing the duties undertaken by the Finance Assistant. The finance function is centralised, providing payroll and finance services to the three schools it serves.

The role is varied and requires someone who can manage their workload and the workload of the team effectively. They are responsible for ensuring that they and the team completes tasks accurately and within the deadlines set in order that the CFO can produce the monthly monitoring reports

The job role includes: bank reconciliations, VAT returns, daily and month end tasks, procurement and the Sixth Form Bursary. Candidates should have excellent communication and customer service skills; excellent organisation skills with an ability to use their initiative; excellent ICT skills and a high level of professionalism and ability to recognise and maintain confidentiality.

Experience of working within a school and PS Financials is desirable. AAT qualifications are desirable. Training will be provided and opportunities for professional examinations such as AAT are supported and encouraged.

If you have the enthusiasm and determination to deliver a first-class Finance service and be part of progressive Trust, then we would like to hear from you.

For further details, please download the Job description and other candidate information. If you would like to discuss this post further, please contact the CFO, Natalie Coles viancoles@bartoncourt.org

Closing date: Friday 15 November 2024 @ 9am

Interviews: w/c Monday 18 November 2024

Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early and proceed to interview upon receipt of a number of suitably qualified applications. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

How To Apply

Applications for this post should be made online only using the School’s application form. Our safeguarding practices prevent us from accepting CV’s. Visit the website and click on Recruitment for more information. Please email your application to recruitment@bartoncourt.org.

Barton Court Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and a check against the ISA Barred List for Children.

In line with the latest KCSIE guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview stage.

Barton Court Academy Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

Further details and information about the Trust can be found on our website page.

A commitment to staff welfare and promoting BCAT core values is at the heart of this role.

What the school offers its staff

THE TRUST

Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT) is a multi-academy Trust which was established in 2017.

It currently consists of three secondary schools: Barton Court Grammar School, an 11-18 years, mixed selective school in the heart of Canterbury, rated “Good” with many outstanding features by Ofsted in February 2020; The Charles Dickens School, an 11-16 years mixed non-selective school in Broadstairs, rated “Good” by Ofsted in March 2023 and Barton Manor Free School, an 11–18 years non-selective mixed school in the heart of Canterbury which opened to Year 7 in September 2022 and as the school grows now has Y7, 8 and 9 from September 2024.

Commitment to safeguarding

In line with KCSIE 2022 guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed at interview stage. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. All posts will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Prevent Duty.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Our Trust needs a new CFO!

We are seeking a colleague that will be exceptional in their role and will enable our children to excel because of their strategic thinking, drive, rigour and ambition. We seek a wonderful unicorn, able to balance technical precision, meticulous and relentless high performance and robust effectiveness, while at the same time being kind, generous, sensitive, compassionate and a culture champion. We have great people who need a brilliant leader to guide, motivate and authorise their excellence. #One team is everything and our pervading ethos; people thrive from the generosity of others.

At Shaw Education Trust, high achievement is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to ensuring that no individual’s opportunities are limited by their background or ability. Our focus is on harnessing the power of people to create positive change for our children and young adults, and we work closely with students, leaders, teachers, and support teams to shape everyone’s best future—because one size fits one. We believe education should be an exciting, dynamic space buzzing with vibrancy and potential. Innovation and entrepreneurialism fuel our passion, allowing us to be creative, agile, and responsive to context and circumstance. We embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo to ensure that our students thrive.

Our values are,To Be Pupil and People Centred, To be Best in Class, To be Accountable, To be Innovative, To Act With Integrity

What the school offers its staff

Shaw Education Trust offer the following employee benefits with your Teaching or Support Staff employment:

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme (Support Staff) / Teachers Pension (Teaching Staff)
• Support Staff only based on working full time, all year - Generous holiday entitlement from your first day of employment (37 days holiday rising to 39 days after 5 years’ service including Bank Holidays)
• Electric Car Scheme: Environmentally friendly vehicles with our electric car scheme.
• Access to Medicash Health & Wellbeing Plan: Enjoy health services designed to support your well-being.
• Free DiscountForTeachers Scheme for all staff (Support and Teaching), Exclusive discounts to save money with a wide selection of discounts and exclusive offers from hundreds of the biggest brands.
• Free Eye Tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Institute of Education and fantastic opportunities to help you grow, contribute and flourish in your role and in the Trust.

We know our people are the key to our success and so we’re committed to ensuring the employment experience at Shaw Education Trust is a rewarding one.

Shaw Education Trust is a dynamic and rapidly growing multi-academy trustcommitted to improving the lives of young people by providing exceptional educational opportunities. Established in 2014, we have quickly expanded andnow oversee 32 academies across the West Midlands and Northwest of England. Our academies include a diverse range of settings, including primary,secondary, and specialist schools, all of which work collaboratively to ensure that every student receives a high-quality education tailored to their needs. Thisdiversity is a cornerstone of our approach, as we believe in the power of sharedlearning and the strength that comes from a united focus on excellence.

Since our inception, Shaw Education Trust has demonstrated a relentlesscommitment to driving educational improvement and ensuring that no student's future is limited by their background or ability. Our Trust is built on the belief that "one size fits one and being proud to belike nothing else" meaning we tailor our approaches to meet the individual needs of each learner. This ethos has fuelled our mission of ensuring brilliance ineducation, offering innovative solutions to raise standards and deliver exceptionaloutcomes.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is defined for the purposes of this guidance as: Protecting children from maltreatment Preventing impairment of children’s mental and physical health or development Ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes Shaw Education Trust recognises that in order to keep pupils safe, leaders must create where pupils and staff are able to speak freely and share any concerns they have.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The role is based in our accounts payable team based at Worsley Bridge Primary School. Please see recruitment pack for further details or contact recruitment@nestschools.org.

What the school offers its staff

We offer a competitive salary and annual leave allowance, a friendly working environment, training opportunities, a cycle to work scheme, opportunities for progression and career development.

Commitment to safeguarding

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. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced school finance professional to join our growing trust. Our central finance supports 20 schools based in South London and Kent and a teaching school hub and nursery provision. Previous experience of managing school budgets is highly desirable but training will be given to candidates with similar finance experience and a willingness to develop their career in the education finance sector. For more information please review the attached recruitment pack or contact recruitment@nestschools.org

What the school offers its staff

We offer a competitive salary and annual leave, a friendly working environment based at our Head Office at Worsley Bridge Primary School in Beckenham, South London. Training opportunities and career development and progression are available to successful candidates. We are currently developing our employee benefit offer and more information will be available on application.

Commitment to safeguarding

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. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Board of Trustees holds the CEO, executive team and academy leaders to account to successfully deliver against the Trust’s mission and strategic plan. They ensure an excellent education and level of safeguarding for students across the academies, a clear strategic direction, and the setting and monitoring of performance benchmarks. Trustees also have overall responsibility for ensuring that Shaw Education Trust complies with all legal and regulatory requirements, that resources are managed prudently, and that governance is of the highest possible standard.

Trustees actively participate in Board discussions, providing robust challenge in a constructive manner, and work well with other Board members and the leadership team. They understand the strategic nature of the Board’s role and how this differs from the role of executive leaders.

It is likely that candidates will have had some senior experience as either executive or non- executive in a large organisation, although first time Non-Executives / Trustees are welcome to apply. The Trust operates in a highly regulated environment in which good governance is paramount, and candidates should demonstrate a willingness to spend the requisite amount of time understanding these requirements.

All candidates should show integrity, honesty and compassion, and be great team players who can contribute to the Board but excel individually. They should demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm and passion for the mission and values of Shaw Education Trust, and the importance of providing an outstanding education to all students, no matter their background, ability, or starting point. Candidates may be based anywhere in the UK; although an affinity or familiarity with the locations in which the Trust operates would be an advantage but is not essential. It will however be necessary to attend meetings face to face, on three or four occasions annually.

What the school offers its staff

Terms of the Appointment:

These roles are unremunerated, but reasonable, pre-agreed travel expenses will be reimbursed. There are 6 Board meetings held in person in the Midlands or Northwest and each member of the Board will to be a member of at least one sub-committee, (these meetings are currently held remotely). The total time commitment is expected to be approximately 8-10 days per year.

There will be additional induction and training commitments in the first year of term. The appointment is for an initial four-year term, which can be renewed at the discretion of the Board.

Finance and Audit Committee meetings take place remotely the week before the Board meetings. Although there are nominated members of the finance and audit committees, everybody is invited to attend.

Education and Standards committee meetings take place just before Board meetings and all Trustees attend.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV and a cover letter that reflects their experience and passion for the role. We value diversity and encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Commitment to safeguarding

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is defined for the purposes of this guidance as: Protecting children from maltreatment Preventing impairment of children’s mental and physical health or development Ensuring that children grow up in circumstances consistent with the provision of safe and effective care Taking action to enable all children to have the best outcomes Shaw Education Trust recognises that in order to keep pupils safe, leaders must create where pupils and staff are able to speak freely and share any concerns they have.

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our finance team, providing strategic and operational financial guidance, advice, and support to a number of Academies across the Leeds region of the Trust.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Have a strong professional background in finance.
• Are self-motivated, customer focused and organised.
• Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

Finance experience within the education sector is essential as is the ability to multi-task and work flexibly within a team environment, whilst having the ability to effectively manage their own workload, delivering against agreed objectives and targets.

What the school offers its staff

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference.We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

Further details about the role

Wellspring is an established and growing Multi-Academy Trust with a difference. We operate Primary, Secondary, Special and Alternative Academies across Yorkshire, Lincolnshire and the Humber. We are committed to making a difference to the lives and life chances of the young people and the communities we serve.

As the Trust continues to grow our roles offer pathways for ambitious and dynamic individuals who are determined to make a difference. We value our people; collegial working at all levels is central to our culture. High quality induction training and ongoing professional development support are guaranteed. There will be a broad range of opportunities for you to realise your professional vision and ambitions within the Trust.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to join our finance team, providing strategic and operational financial guidance, advice, and support to a number of Academies across the Leeds region of the Trust.

We are interested in hearing from people who:

• Have a strong professional background in finance.
• Are self-motivated, customer focused and organised.
• Have a commitment to supporting the work of education leaders to achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

Finance experience within the education sector is essential as is the ability to multi-task and work flexibly within a team environment, whilst having the ability to effectively manage their own workload, delivering against agreed objectives and targets.

If you have any queries regarding this post or would like to arrange an informal chat, please contact Mark Wood, Chief Finance Officer via e-mail m.wood@wellspringacademies.org.uk .

HOW TO APPLY

Please complete our online application form on the below link. CV’s will not be accepted. If you need any support with the application process, please let us know by emailing hr@wellspringacademies.org.uk .

To apply, please click on the following link: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/5252/EDV-2024-WAT-82092

Closing date: 8th November 2024 at 9am.

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. As this role involves working with children and vulnerable adults in regulated activity, please note that it is an offence to apply for the role if barred from engaging in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults.

References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post.

We are committed to equal opportunities and to promoting diversity. We want our people to reflect the diversity of our communities, and we welcome applications from people from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal records check from the country/countries you have resided in, if you are the preferred candidate for the post.

Commitment to safeguarding

Wellspring Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks. References will be requested and an online search carried out for shortlisted candidates, prior to attendance at interview. Further pre-employment checks, including prohibition from teaching, childcare disqualification and section 128 checks, if deemed relevant for the role, will be completed for the successful candidate upon acceptance of the post. If you are currently living overseas or have in the last 5 years be aware that further checks will be required, if you are the preferred candidate.

What skills and experience we're looking for

An opportunity has arisen for an Office Administrator and Finance Assistant to join our school’s admin team to provide financial and administrative support.

This varied role will give the successful candidate an opportunity to learn all aspects within the department, developing their knowledge and skills. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the busy day to day school life and be a strong team player.

The successful candidate will have experience of working in a finance and administrative role and should have good communication and organisational skills. Due to the nature of the post, they will need to be flexible in their work ethic and willing to help the rest of the team. Experience of working in a school office would be desirable but not essential.

What the school offers its staff

About Hillcroft Primary School

Hillcroft is a happy, vibrant and forward-thinking school, our excellent staff team are committed and dedicated in ensuring that each and every child is nurtured to achieve their personal best. We have high standards and expect the best.

Our School sits within an established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Hillcroft Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Chestnut Park Primary School, Whyteleafe Primary School, Warlingham Village Primary School and Marden Lodge Primary School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

What we are looking for

The successful candidate should:

• Be a confident and clear communicator
• Be able to develop positive relationships
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Have GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above
• Have experience working within a Finance Department.
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour and circumstances

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive pension scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

Please read the attached Join Our Community candidate pack for further information.

Further details about the role

The Details

Hours:35 hours per week, 39 weeks of the year (term time plus 1 week)

Salary:Associate 2 Point 1 Actual Salary: £18019.34

Closing date for applications:2nd November 2024

Interview date:TBA

Contact:if you would like more information about the role, please contact the Headteacher via the school office.

Commitment to safeguarding

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. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Are you a detail orientated individual looking to grow your career in finance? Do you want to make a difference in the education sector? The Rowan Learning Trust are seeking to appoint a dedicated Finance Assistant to join our dynamic central team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a supportive team environment and contribute to the success and stability of our Trust.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management

• Input orders and invoices into the finance system
• Manage petty cash and process staff expense claims
• Handle credit card transactions and assist with accounts receivable, including raising invoices, chasing outstanding payments and reconciling payments

Financial Reporting and Analysis

• Provide regular and timely cost centre reports
• Assist with month-end reviews of outstanding orders and reconciliations
• Prepare schedules and undertake general finance admin duties

Liaison and Communication

• Work internally with our schools and staff and with external agencies to manage financial queries and transactions
• Liaise with schools regarding trips, Peri Music, events, and charity monies collection and banking

Administration and Compliance

• Handle day-to-day finance admin tasks, including document management and ensuring GDPR compliance
• Assist with the security of all cash held in schools
• Annually prepare bulk requisitions for expected budget costs such as phones and utilities
• Deputise for the Finance Officer if required

About You:

Essential skills and experience

• GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade C or above) or equivalent
• Previous financial background with knowledge of banking procedures, purchase and sales orders, and invoice processing
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Strong organisational skills and a methodical approach to tasks
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Professional approach with a keen eye for detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility in day-to-day working patterns
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality
• Enthusiasm for the work and a sense of humour
• Empathy with children

Desirable skills and experience

• Experience in creating and updating financial spreadsheets
• Working knowledge of IT packages for statistical and financial data presentation
• Experience in a local government financial environment
• Knowledge of education finance software

What the school offers its staff

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a Trust that is dedicated to making a difference for its students and staff
• This is an impactful role - you will play a vital part in supporting our schools and helping to make a difference in education
• Every day is different, with a range of challenges to keep you engaged
• Local government pension scheme with generous employer contribution rates
• Support for further qualifications and your CPD
• A network of staff for sharing best practices
• A growing organisation with plenty of future career development opportunities

Commitment to safeguarding

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. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Trust Finance Manager is a new role designed to support the Head of Finance in the management of financial operations within the Trust and member schools.

You will work collaboratively with business managers and others in schools to set standards, develop knowledge and understanding of finance policies and procedures, and to provide specialist expert advice and support.

The role requires a dedicated, flexible and organised person who will approach work with a positive attitude, and integrity. The successful candidate will be required to work within our values, ethos and approach of secure autonomy.

The central team is based in our office at Halesowen College. The successful candidate would also be expected to travel to member schools.

What the school offers its staff

Stour Vale Academy Trust can offer the following:

• An excellent Local Government Pension Scheme for Support Staff
• Generous holiday entitlement (30 days holiday rising to 34 daysafter 5 years’ service plus Bank Holidays)
• Access to mental health and wellbeing support via Health Assure
• Free on-site parking
• Opportunities for CPD.

Commitment to safeguarding

Stour Vale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will carry out pre-appointment checks including DBS and will disqualify any applicant where we consider the outcomes to be unsatisfactory. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. We are equally committed to ensuring that no applicant will be disadvantaged or discriminated against because of their protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Chief Finance Officer

Full time, permanent. Part-time/flexible working will be considered.

Start date: 21st April 2025

Salary: Salary negotiable depending on skills and experience.

Closing date: 2nd December 2024

Shortlisting: 3rd/4th December 2024

Interviews: Week of 9th December 2024

HEARTS Academy Trust was established in 2011 and is inspired by its values of happiness, self-esteem, achievement, respect and responsibility, truth, spirituality and service, all of which are deliberately permeated throughout our schools, our relationships and organisation. These values are at the core of all our work, decision making, strategic direction, relationships and the curriculum that out pupils learn.

The role of the Chief Finance Officer (CFO) is a crucial strategic appointment, supporting HEARTS to provide and enhance the already excellent opportunities and learning for our pupils. The role, alongside all roles in HEARTS Academy Trust, is focussed on pupils, their well-being, safety and education.

HEARTS Academy Trust is an innovative employer. You will be joining a highly supportive and ambitious organisation, working alongside over 200 like-minded professionals including an executive team comprised of the CEO, COO, Director of Curriculum, Learning and Assessment, Deputy Director and an Executive Head Teacher and Deputy CEO. There are also seven Heads of School/provision, with complimentary teaching staff, business and support staff including experienced Cluster School Business Managers, catering and caretaking teams. The Local Advisory Boards (LABs) and Trustees oversee, lead and support our work with their expertise, time and experience.

HEARTS Academy Trust is seeking an intelligent, resilient, skilled and strategic leader who communicates effectively, honestly and responsibly with all stakeholders. The successful candidate will firmly believe in, and uphold, our HEARTS values.

We highly recommend arranging an informal visit to explore our schools, provision and educational standards in greater depth.

Please contact Don Wry, CEO & Accounting Officer for HEARTS Academy Trust via the HEARTS Chief Operating Officer (COO) Louise Allbury (l.allbury@heartsacademy.uk) in the first instance. Alternatively, please telephone HEARTS Academy Trust at 01268 572672.

For further information about HEARTS Academy Trust, please visit our website: http://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk

How to apply

Please download our Chief Finance Officer Recruitment Pack, Job and Person Specification and HEARTS application form for full details. These are available to download from our website: http://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk/careers/vacancies

It is very important that the HEARTS application form is completed in full, particularly section F which refers to references. We must have the full contact details of two referees, including their name, address, telephone number and email address.

Incomplete application forms will not be considered.

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment CVs are not accepted.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date should we have enough suitable applications, therefore we advise applying early.

HEARTS Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will not discriminate against any applicant on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race. For this reason, all application forms are anonymised before shortlisting takes place to ensure applicants are considered only on the relevant qualifications, skills and experience that are profiled on the application form and personal statement.

If you would like any support or assistance at any stage of your application process, please contact recruitment@heartsacademy.uk / 01268 572672. We will be happy to discuss this with you.

What the school offers its staff

Why choose HEARTS Academy Trust as your new employer?

The HEARTS way of working is based on our values of happiness, self-esteem, achievement, respect and responsibility, truth and service, all of which are embedded within each of our schools.

HEARTS Academy Trust offers a comprehensive rewards and benefits package to all colleagues, including but not limited to:

• A supportive and inclusive culture
• A bespoke workload and well-being charter
• A two-week October half-term break
• Flexible / hybrid working
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Competitive salary
• Excellent training and a commitment to professional development
• HEARTS ethos, vision and values
• Cycle to work scheme
• Membership to the Confederation Schools Trust
• Internal and external networking opportunities

The Trust has a close-knit, family ethos. You will feel and gain a sense of belonging and a shared purpose, helping us transform and shape pupils and families lives.

HEARTS Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to the receipt of a satisfactory application form, satisfactory references that meet the requirements as set out in KCSIE, satisfactory online search and an Enhanced DBS check, to include a children’s barred list check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account.

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974

All applicants can view a copy of our Records Retention Policy on the Trust website, the policy sets out how we will gather, process and hold personal data of individuals during and after the recruitment process.

For further information about the HEARTS Academy Trust please visit our website at: http://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk

Commitment to safeguarding

The Trustees are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online searches, medical check, prohibited from teaching check and references. References are taken up prior to interview. A copy of the trusts Child Protection Policy is available on our website:- https://www.heartsacademytrust.co.uk/policies