Job Description

About Us

The Littlehampton Academy is a large academy designated in 2022 by Ofsted as "Good" in all categories and with a strong sense of ambition, inclusivity and support alongside an ethos of being determined to constantly improve and evolve as a school . We are proud to be part of the Woodard Academies Trust which has a distinctive core ethos supporting the development of both staff and students. The group motto: 'opening minds, raising expectations, transforming lives' is at the heart of everything we do and reflects our ambitions for all our students.



Situated on the beautiful West Sussex coast and with views of the South Downs, our academy has state-of-the-art facilities - including ample staff parking and a fitness suite. We are close to good transport links to surrounding towns, including Worthing, Chichester and Brighton.

About the Role

The Littlehampton Academy is looking to appoint an experienced and proactive Finance and Operations Manager to join our dedicated and friendly school team.




This is a key role supporting the effective financial and operational running of the Academy and wider Trust. You will work closely with senior staff and the Trust Finance Team to help ensure high standards across finance, site and premises, IT, administration, health and safety, and payroll input.




The role requires excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and experience in school business or operational management. Experience in managing teams and a commitment to delivering high-quality support services are essential.

What You Need to Succeed

Key Responsibilities:


Oversee day-to-day finance operations, ensuring compliance with the Trust Finance Handbook, ESFA requirements, and internal control systems. Support the Finance Business Partner and Trust Finance Director with monthly reporting, audits, year-end procedures, and statutory financial returns. Manage and reconcile payroll processes in liaison with external providers, ensuring accurate pension and salary administration. Line manage and support operational leads including finance, site, IT, administration, and catering, ensuring effective performance management and development. Ensure robust H&S procedures are in place, including risk assessments, emergency planning, training, and incident reporting. Oversee maintenance, repairs, and capital projects in collaboration with the Site Manager, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient school facilities. Work with the IT Network Manager to ensure IT systems are secure, effective, and compliant with data protection and information governance requirements. Manage the wider administration team to ensure high-quality support services, efficient communication, and continuous service improvement. Oversee catering provision and school lettings to ensure value for money and smooth operations across both internal and external services. Ensure operational practices align with relevant legislation, Trust policies, and risk management procedures, maintaining accurate records and reporting as required.

Further Information

Safer Recruitment Declaration

Schools are now required, as part of their shortlisting process, to carry out an online search as part of their due diligence. If shortlisted for the role, an appropriate online search will be undertaken on your name(s). Any information highlighted will be treated as confidential and will only be used in relation to the post for which you have applied.



The successful applicant will be required to undergo full safeguarding and vetting checks, including references, and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and will be subject to a period of probation.



The Littlehampton Academy and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.

How to Apply

To apply please visit our website via the link below:

https://www.eteach.com/careers/littlehamptonacademy/

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The reference number for this role is SCHO00814



Job Reference: SCHO00814