Chief Finance and Business Officer


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Chipping Campden, GL55 6HU
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Sept 2026
Closing date:	12 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking for an experienced financial and business leader who can bring strategic thinking, professional expertise and sound judgement to our Senior Leadership Team.

Essential:

• Significant senior level experience of financial management and leadership within a complex organisation

• Experience of strategic financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting and using financial information to support organisational decision making

• Experience of leading and developing teams, with effective delegation and accountability

• Experience of leading organisational change and improving systems, processes or ways of working

• Experience of working with senior leaders, using professional judgement and influence to provide clear advice, constructive challenge and shape organisational decision making

• Understanding of strategic HR and workforce management

• Understanding of governance, risk, internal control and organisational assurance

• Strong commercial awareness, including procurement, value for money and identifying opportunities for efficiency or income generation

• A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, with an understanding of the responsibilities of senior leaders in creating a safe organisational culture

• Ability to build trusted relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders

• Evidence of operating as a strategic leader beyond their own functional area, contributing to the wider organisational priorities and decision making

• Evidence of building effective external relationships and professional networks to support organisational development

• High standards of integrity, discretion and professional judgement

• Commitment to the values, ethos and educational purpose of Chipping Campden School

• Relevant professional qualification in finance, accountancy, school business leadership or a related discipline

• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences

Desirable:

• Senior finance or business leadership experience within an educational setting

• Knowledge of academy funding, regulation and the Academy Trust Handbook

• Experience of working with trustees, governors or another non- executive board

What the school offers its staff

• A competitive salary and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).

• A supportive induction and probationary period, with regular performance and development conversations.

• Professional development tailored to you and the role, with opportunities to build on your existing expertise and develop in areas that are new to you.

• A working culture where staff are trusted and supported, with a strong commitment to wellbeing.

• Complimentary use of the school’s sports facilities, including the gym and swimming pool, together with access to the Cycle to Work scheme.

• Access to an Employee Assistance Program

Commitment to safeguarding

Chipping Campden School is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to enhanced DBS including barred list for working with children.

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