Director of Finance and Operations
Sir William Perkins's School
Surrey
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- Competitive
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 22 April 2024
Job overview
Sir William Perkins’s School is seeking an exceptional Director of Finance and Operations to join us at this exciting time in our history. As we approach our tricentenary year in 2025, we are developing our strategy for the future, and this role will be instrumental in the delivery of our ambitious aims.
Working under the direction of the Head, you will oversee the day-to-day financial and operational functions of the School. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT), you will play a key role in the strategic development of the School and must be competent in developing and implementing effective strategies which align with the School strategy. You will work collaboratively with the Governors, SLT and Extended Leadership Team to help ensure the long-term success of the School.
Serving as a key liaison between the School and external stakeholders such as investors, auditors and regulatory bodies, you must be a highly organised, strategic thinker with first-rate analytical and leadership skills, with a blend of operational acumen and proven project management skills. Proven financial management and strong leadership will be essential although a formal accounting qualification is not a pre-requisite.
Easily reached by road or public transport, we are a two-minute walk from Chertsey Train Station, with direct links to London Waterloo and surrounding towns.
Sir William Perkins’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
How to apply
Sir William Perkins’s School is being assisted in the recruitment of this key position by the Independent Schools’ Bursars Association (ISBA) Recruitment Team, from whom an application pack can be obtained by sending an email to recruiting@theisba.org.uk
Alternatively, if you would like to speak with ISBA, please contact Lucy Wyatt on 07817 038009
Closing date for applications is Monday 22nd April 2024
Founded in 1725, Sir William Perkins’s School is a warm and friendly independent girls’ school for 600 students aged 11-18. Set in 13 acres of attractive green-belt grounds in Surrey, SWPS is a beautiful environment with first-rate facilities, in which both staff and students flourish.
We seek to nurture in every student the values of Curiosity, Ambition and Generosity. Curiosity about our world and our future. Ambition for ourselves and for others. Generous with our thoughts, our gifts and our time.
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About Sir William Perkins's School
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Welcome to Sir William Perkins's School
Where Generosity, Curiosity and Ambition thrive and Great Things are expected
At Sir William Perkins’s School, students are at our heart. We expect the best from them and in return they can expect the best from us – both in terms of teaching of the highest quality, and in receiving the tailored support and attention they need to achieve.
We know our students, their talents, hopes and aspirations; and in turn we seek staff who actively encourage our students to explore their interests and achieve their potential in an innovative and inspiring atmosphere.
Founded in 1725, we are a warm and friendly independent girls’ school for 600 students aged 11-18. Set in 13 acres of attractive green-belt grounds in Surrey, SWPS is a beautiful environment with first-rate facilities, in which both staff and students flourish.
Easily reached by road or public transport, we are a two-minute walk from Chertsey Train Station, with direct links to London Waterloo and surrounding towns.
The power of potential
We challenge each student to explore their potential through academic aspiration and active participation. We teach our students to expect Great Things of themselves, because we know every individual is capable of Great Things.
Academic success is always our priority, but education should be about far more than achieving top grades. We believe in educating the whole person and equipping our students with the confidence to make their mark on the world.
We encourage students to become involved in the many co-curricular activities on offer. Taking every opportunity to develop their interests and creativity, their interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills, to be forward-thinking and to reach into the wider community.
A SWPS student is:
- Generous with their thoughts, their gifts and their time.
- Curious about their world and their future.
- Ambitious for themselves and for others.
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