Director of Finance

We wish to appoint an experienced and dynamic professional who will lead the financial management of the academy with strategic vision, passion and commitment.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a strong, dynamic and proven track record of strategic leadership with the ability to inspire and engage the whole school community. 

The key responsibilities are: 

• Specific contributions regarding financial matters to the leadership of the academy and to the development and implementation of the School Development Plan.

• Leadership and management of non-classroom based support staff 

• Leadership of the on-going strategic development and service delivery of:

o Financial management

o Human Resources management

o IT/Facilities

o Catering

o Community Partnership (Adult Education)

o Sports Centre

Rossett can offer:

• an opportunity to work in a high achieving, very successful school that converted to academy status in July 2011

• a committed and enthusiastic staff team who work as a collaborative, dedicated to improving outcomes for all our students

• the opportunity for personal and professional development

The successful candidate will:

• have experience of leadership and management including financial and payroll responsibilities

• have experience of managing a large budget and extensive capital expenditure

• be a CCAB qualified accountant

• have the ability to work strategically and seek to implement creative solutions

• be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS Disclosure

We believe it is important to provide an education for all, acknowledging that the society in which we live is enriched by diversity.  We strive to recognise and celebrate the diversity within our school community where everyone is equally valued and treats one another with respect and fairness.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

For full details of this vacancy please visit our website at www.rossettschool.co.uk

Closing date: 9am Tuesday 12 February 2019.

If you feel you have the vision, drive and commitment to join our ‘Outstanding’ school we would like to hear from you.