The Yehudi Menuhin School, a specialist music school based in Stoke d'Abernon, Cobham are looking for a permanent, full-time Finance Manager to start in November 2025.
The hours are 8.30am until 5.00pm Monday to Friday (flexible working will be considered). 25 days holiday per annum plus public holidays.
The Finance Manager will be an experienced accountant responsible for the effective and efficient operation, maintenance and development of the accounting and financial procedures and systems of the School and its subsidiaries, working within the legal and regulatory frameworks as guided by ISBA policies under the direction of the Bursar. The role specifically demands a high level of understanding in the areas covered in the role and the ability to deal with ad hoc queries using own initiative and problem-solving skills with minimal supervision.
The role brings with it responsibility for being a self-starter in developing knowledge, ensuring quality standards for all processes, and identifying corrective actions, while conducting strict confidentiality and discretion in alignment with the school ethos.
As with all members of the team you will provide effective and efficient support to the Bursar and proactively contribute to the smooth running of the Bursary Team.
For information about the key duties, responsibilities and person specification, please click on the Candidate Information Pack.
We offer excellent benefits including a generous pension scheme contributing 13.5% every month, with the employee contributing at least 6%, free parking, free school lunch during term times, use of the School's swimming pool when available, free lunchtime concerts, discounted tickets to other school events, counselling services, Life Assurance and a health cash plan provided by Medicash.
How to apply
If you would like further information about the post, or would like to discuss the job before applying, please contact Philippa Stanfield, Bursar by email: philippa.stanfield@menuhinschool.co.uk
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and are interested in applying, please click on the link below to complete our application form:
, however we reserve the right to close the position early should a suitable candidate be found.
Interviews to take place will be confirmed.
Your application form should be completed in full and submitted along with a covering letter addressed to the Head, Dr Robin Harskin. Your application will not be accepted without a covering letter. Early applications are encouraged, and the School reserves the right to close the application process early should a suitable candidate be found.
The Yehudi Menuhin School is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children. The School is registered with the DBS and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure Procedure at Enhanced level. It is an offence for a person barred from working with children to apply for this post.
The Yehudi Menuhin School is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.
About
The Yehudi Menuhin School
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The Yehudi Menuhin School
Cobham Road, Stoke D'Abernon
Surrey
KT11 3QQ
United Kingdom
+44 1932 864739
Located in the village of Stoke d'Abernon, near Cobham in Surrey, Yehudi Menuhin School is a specialist independent music school that first opened its doors in 1963. Named for its founder, the famous violinist, the school provides places for a small cohort of pupils aged 11-19. Aside from the focus on musical endeavours, it also offers a wider curriculum.
Yehudi Menuhin provides boarding facilities for most of its pupils. The fee-paying school offers generous bursaries to help cover the cost of tuition and accommodation. The school is technically selective, with admission dependent on an audition.
Head
Robin Harskin
Values and vision
Yehudi Menuhin School seeks to provide a musical education of the very highest standard to outstanding young musicians. To this end, extensive practice time and performance opportunities are offered, with the school hosting a huge number of concerts and performance events every year. The school's wider academic portfolio is also of a very high standard, with various GCSE and A-level courses on offer.
ISI report
"The curriculum is documented, supported by appropriate plans and schemes of work for the pupils and covers the required breadth of material. The teaching enabled pupils to make good progress, encompasses effective behaviour management and is supported by suitable resources. A suitable framework for the assessment of pupil performance is in place."
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