Finance Manager

Salary: Grade 10 (Actual Salary £38,220 - £40,777) An enhanced salary may be offered, dependant on experience and skillset

Closing date: 3pm Thursday 11th December (interviews to take place on Wednesday 17th December 2025) 

Start Date: January 2026 

North Huddersfield Trust School is recognised by Ofsted as a 'Good' school and has been described in the most recent inspection as having “a welcoming and vibrant atmosphere.” We pride ourselves on the fact that the “diversity of the school and community is celebrated.” Our ambition for our students and our caring and nurturing approach to education within and beyond the classroom contributes to what makes our school an extremely special, welcoming place for staff and students and the wider, vibrant community that we serve.

We are seeking to appoint a Finance Manager.  The successful candidate will be working closely with the Headteacher and Business Leads to ensure we continue to run smoothly, efficiently and with a clear focus on providing the students of North Huddersfield Trust School with the best possible educational experiences.  It includes:

• Setting, monitoring and reporting the whole-school budget
• Leading on all year-end financial processes
• Preparing all financial returns for the DfE and other central and local government agencies within statutory deadlines
• Providing effective budget management by providing regular training and reports to budget holders
• Ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations in meeting the needs of our students and other stakeholders
• Maintaining confidentiality at all times

 We welcome interest from potential applicants who represent the diversity of our school and local community.

 If you would like to arrange an informal discussion of the role, or arrange a visit to the school please contact Nora Brown at recruitment@nhtschool.co.uk.

 Please apply through My New Term. The closing date is 3pm on Thursday 11 December 2025.

 We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check.  A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

In line with KCSIE 2025 and guidance from The Safer Recruitment Consortium, shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.