Finance Director

Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy, an 11-19 academy in Runcorn, Cheshire is on a rapid journey to improvement. Our motto is Lucere Aude – Dare to Shine, and we hold our students at the heart of everything we do.

We are looking for a finance director to join our committed and caring staff to provide an efficient and reliable financial service supporting two academies operationally and strategically.

About Ormiston Academies Trust (OAT):

We are a values led, national education charity and one of the largest multi academy trust’s (MAT) in England, underpinned by our founder, Peter Murray’s belief that every child should be given a chance to thrive. With almost 5,000 staff and 30,000 pupils across 43 academies, we have been around since 2009 making us one of the longest established trusts.

We serve pupils from a wide range of communities, all with their unique character, strengths and challenges. Our sole purpose is to provide OAT pupils with excellent learning opportunities, inside and outside the classroom and we are determined that every one of our young people will be given the opportunity to realise their dreams and aspirations.

Our vision is for all young people to have access to the highest academic, social and practical skills required to achieve their full potential, whether going on to study at a leading university or entering the world of work. 

About the job:

The purpose of the role is to provide leadership of an efficient and reliable financial service for two neighbouring Ormiston academies. You will be responsible for the strategic development of all financial management, with support on the ground and from the trust.

About you:

You are a qualified accountant with a proven track record and experience at a similar level. Naturally, you will be supportive of the aims of OAT and believe in our values, vision and mission. 

In return, we will offer you an extremely supportive working environment and commitment to your continued professional development. In addition to a competitive salary, the package offered includes 26 days annual leave + statutory holidays, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contribution, a suite of lifestyle benefits offering significant savings on wide range of shopping, leisure and travel outlets, access to car benefit and cycle to work salary sacrifice schemes. 

How to apply:

Applications with supporting statements should be submitted through the OAT Careers page by 1pm on Monday 12 June.

Discussions about the role and the academy are strongly encouraged. For a tour of our Academy, or to speak to someone about this role, please email recruitment@ob-ac.co.uk.

Please include a letter of application/supporting statement addressing the selection criteria detailed in the person specification on the job description.

OAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the expectation is that all staff will share this commitment. Therefore, the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS and barred list check.