Job Description

The Role

We are looking for an experienced School Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of one of our Trust schools, Eaton Bank Academy in Congleton.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager within the Trust's central finance team, you will ensure that all financial processes are efficient, accurate, and compliant with Trust policies and statutory requirements.

You will work closely with the Headteacher and school Senior Leadership Team, providing financial insight to support effective decision-making, budget management, and long-term planning.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys both the operational and strategic aspects of school finance.Eaton Bank Academy is a successful and growing secondary Academy, serving the community of Congleton and surrounding areas.

The school is a member of the Halliard Trust (formerly The Fallibroome Trust), an eleven school multi-academy trust based in Cheshire. The Trust offers opportunities for peer support and professional development.

We are looking for someone who:

Has experience in financial management, ideally within a school or education setting Holds or is working towards a recognised finance qualification (e.g. AAT) Has excellent analytical and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail Is confident using financial software and Excel Can communicate effectively with both finance and non-finance colleagues Works well independently and as part of a team within a multi-site organisation
The successful candidate can choose to work full year or part year, full time or part time to fit in with their personal circumstances and commitments.

Our Trust Values

Respect, Integrity, Optimism

How to Apply

We ask all applicants to apply through SAMpeople Recruit; our recruitment software. This enables us to efficiently carry out our safer recruitment checks, but we recognise it can take some time for the applicant. The good news is, you will only need to register for Face-Ed once to apply for any role in the Halliard Trust's 11 schools.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants for all posts will be subject to vetting checks. The successful candidate will be subject to stringent checks and induction processes including an enhanced Disclosure Barring Service Check (DBS) and online searches

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 31,537.00-34,434.00 per year

Expected hours: 37 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person