This is a great opportunity for an individual with a strong background in Finance to oversee financial arrangements and control, and to assist the Executive Headteacher in budget reviews, projections, and monitoring across a three-school Federation.

There is a requirement to work across three school sites during the week (TN15 6JP, TN13 2UR, BR8 7PJ).

We are looking for someone to work 4 days a week. Days and working hours are flexible and will be agreed upon with the successful candidate.

Primary responsibilities and requirements:

• Updating the Executive Headteacher and Federation Operations Officer on financial policy and planning
• Coordination of the annual budget of income and expenditure for the Federation
• Monitoring the budget and presenting management reports to the Executive Headteacher, attending relevant meetings, and collaborating with the Central Team
• Preparing long-term assessments of the Federation's financial performance
• Preparing financial appraisals for projects in collaboration with the Central Team
• Coordinating income-generating activities, including grant applications
• Advising on optimal utilization of school funds and investments
• Ensuring accurate payroll submissions, including PAYE, NIC, and Superannuation
• Maintaining the academy account, preparing income and expenditure reports, and submitting accounts to the Local Authority
• Overseeing premises compliance and certificate validity

Candidate requirements:

• Experience in financial management and budgeting
• Experience in line management
• Knowledge of Capita SIMS/BPS (desirable)
• Understanding of school financial policies and procedures
• Flexible, professional, and reliable attitude
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Proficiency in preparing complex reports and correspondence
• Awareness of confidentiality procedures and legislation

Compass Federation is committed to safeguarding children. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks. Disclosure of any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 is required prior to appointment.

We reserve the right to withdraw this advert should an appropriate candidate apply.