Finance Manager
Oaks Park High School
Sutton
- £28,712 - £31,891 per year
- Quick apply
- Expired
- Salary:
- CAN
- Job type:
- Part Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- As soon as possible
- Apply by:
- 9 August 2023
Job overview
Finance Manager
Salary: CAN scale 28-31 (Actual salary pro-rata £28,712 to £31,891. FTE: £31,040 to £34,181 per annum)
Overtime, during term time, may be available
Working hours: 36 per week, between 8.00am and 4pm – please refer to job description for more information
Weeks per year: Term time (188 days) plus 2 staff prep days, plus 20 additional days (to be worked during school closure) – 210 days in total
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic individual to lead our Finance Team. Prior experience in a finance role is desirable.
This role is well supported within the Trust with systems and procedures well-established. Applicants who have strong organisational skills, the ability to follow systems and procedures and advise others and with sufficient background experience to understand the nature of work required, are encouraged to apply.
We are seeking someone who:
- has excellent communication skills – verbal and written
- has excellent IT and administrative skills
- has the ability to form excellent professional relationships with all members of the school community
- is an effective team leader
- is able to work using their initiative and often under pressure
- is adaptable and proactive
- is passionate and committed to the wellbeing of all students.
This is a busy and varied role, working as part of a larger, dedicated team who pride themselves on providing an outstanding support service to the school, leadership team and governance. You will become an integral part of the school community and a first point of contact for all finance enquiries.
This is a non-teaching post which will give the successful candidates an excellent opportunity to work supporting both staff and students at a mixed comprehensive school for students aged 11-18 inclusive of a Specialist ASC Base.
See the job description/person specification (below) for further details.
Closing date: 9am, Wednesday 9 August 2023. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by end of day of Friday, 11 August, with interviews being held on 16 August.
We reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date, should a suitable candidate apply.
Oaks Park High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. As such, the successful applicant will be required to undertake a criminal record check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Oaks Park High School is an equal opportunities employer.
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About Oaks Park High School
We are still accepting job applications
Please note that we are still actively recruiting for key positions starting in September 2025. We endeavor to be flexible with our interview / assessment arrangements.
BE PART OF THE OAKS PARK HIGH SUCCESS STORY
We have produced a short video so you can gain an insight into working at Oaks Park High School, it includes some of the staff you will potentially be working alongside, the video can be found in the links below:
Please view our 'Working at Oaks Park High School' video here
There is also an extended version of the video here
Oaks Park High is a rapidly improving secondary school set in extensive grounds in the London Borough of Sutton. The school has recently been rated GOOD by Ofsted:
"This is a welcoming school. Pupils are happy here. They speak positively about how much the school has improved over time. Staff have high expectations of all pupils, including those with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Most pupils achieve well."
The school is part of the Cheam Academies Network Trust which is committed to promoting the highest standards of local education.
You will be joining a team of brilliant people who are passionate about helping our students thrive and achieve the very best they can. Every member of staff - from our friendly receptionists to the dedicated leadership team - works tirelessly to support our students, their families and their colleagues.
The leadership team has put in place a substantial professional development programme to encourage staff to flourish and progress. This includes a bespoke teaching and learning package, the support of a specialist mentoring and coaching group, and opportunities for cross-Trust department collaboration. Additionally all staff are supported by a wellbeing team which actively seeks opportunities to improve staff experience and offer support if needed.
Leaders consider staff workload and wellbeing. Staff feel supported and appreciate the training opportunities provided, including those offered by the Trust.
The school is expanding its Year 7 intake again in September 2025 and is excited to be able to offer a range of teaching and support staff vacancies, to ensure we have the best possible infrastructure in place for our students to support this expansion.
Our school is situated in Carshalton, a short walk from Carshalton Beeches train station, 30 minutes from London Victoria by train and served by Bus routes from Sutton, Croydon and Morden.
We can offer you:
- An excellent CPD programme, including in house instructional coaching
- Opportunities for cross Trust working
- A behaviour for learning system supported by an experienced Pastoral Support Team
- A well-being support team
- A range of staff benefits, including an Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work scheme
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