Head of Finance - Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust

Salary: £64,375 - £77,983
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Permanent

Closing date for applications: 5pm on 31st October.
Start date: ASAP
Interview date: Interviews will be held the week beginning 11th November. 

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust are seeking to appoint a Head of Finance, acting as the CFO, for this successful and growing academy trust. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant contribution to the work of the Trust, joining a skilled, dedicated and supportive central team to enable the children in our academies to flourish and succeed. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for strategically planning, implementing, reviewing and reporting on all aspects of finance across the Trust. This role drives, both strategically and operationally, the support, advice and guidance that enables the academies to succeed and ensures the consistent delivery of the Trust’s principles and values. It is a key position within the Trust. 

The central finance team would like a leader who: 

• Will build on the strengths of the team and support them to flourish in their roles 

• Is a strategic thinker who can horizon scan and plan ahead 

• Is an effective leader of change 

• Can support them to problem solve as individuals and as a team 

• Provides consistent and high-quality leadership 

• Can manage priorities calmly and pragmatically 

• Is an active listener who responds proactively 

The successful applicant will be based in the DGAT offices at 3 College Green, Gloucester.

The Diocese of Gloucester Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for the successful candidate. 

For more information and to apply, please visit https://www.dgat.org.uk/vacancies