Chief Finance & Operations Officer (CFOO)
Grade PO21 scp (47-50) £58,932 – £62,259 pay award pending
Full Time – 37 hours a week, Monday to Friday
Full Year, Permanent Contract
About Our Trust
Severn Bridges Multi‑Academy Trust is a growing family of six schools with more than 350 dedicated staff members serving over 2,000 children. We are a stable, high‑performing Trust built on the foundations of collaboration, connection, and community.
We act as a vital link between schools, staff, pupils and families, guided by our Trust values to provide a holistic education that ensures every child has the tools to thrive academically, socially and personally.
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure long‑term financial sustainability and the well‑being of our school communities are at the heart of all operations.
- Lead the alignment of Finance, Risk, Estates, ICT, Compliance and HR so that central functions empower school leaders to focus on teaching, learning and nurturing pupils.
- Manage regulated activity, complexity and risk with a focus on long‑term sustainability and growth.
Qualifications
- Excellent financial management skills.
- Proven leadership with a track record in Academy Trust leadership and business operations.
- Ability to lead high‑performing teams and a passion for people.
- Belief that every child deserves the best and commitment to serving diverse communities.
- Collaborative spirit and dedication to professional development of self and colleagues.
Benefits
- Central Team office in the Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings, an award‑winning restored industrial site.
- Modern office space with free parking, secure bike sheds and an on‑site café.
- Excellent access to Shrewsbury town centre, walking distance to the station and local amenities.
The Severn Bridges Multi‑Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre‑employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. Should you be shortlisted, further information relating to criminal records, sanctions and disqualifications will be requested and discussed at interview.
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