Ormiston Maritime Academy is a vibrant, forward thinking academy providing a comprehensive and inclusive education to students from age 11 – 16. We pride ourselves on being a values driven school and our ASPIRE (Achievement, Support, Perseverance, Independence, Respect and Enthusiasm) values are at the heart of Academy life.

We are a welcoming, positive thinking community Academy located in Grimsby, not far from the beautiful Lincolnshire Wolds, coastline and countryside.

Our vision is very simple: all Ormiston Maritime Academy students, irrespective of their backgrounds, will be exceptional learners, so that they are equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, qualifications and mindset to contribute positively in society.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding and experienced Finance and HR Manager to:

• Provide an efficient and reliable financial service for the Academy
• Provide HR administrative and management support to the Academy

OMA offers a dynamic and inclusive workplace with outstanding professional development opportunities. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals who want to make a real impact on young people’s lives.

The successful candidate will:

• Bring energy and enthusiasm to the role
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of a busy school environment
• Be able to demonstrate the ability and experience of managing a significant financial budget
• Hold an appropriate qualification to Level 4 or higher (ie. AAT or CIPD)
• Have experience of working in a HR environment
• Have the ability to show sensitivity and objectivity in dealing with confidential issues 

What we offer: 

• Collaborative working within our shared family of schools
• Access to an exciting range of employee benefits from our health and wellbeing partner, Vivup
• Extensive development and collaboration opportunities, throughout the Ormiston network.
• Free onsite parking
• ERPF Pension

Our new colleague will also benefit from being part of the Ormiston Academies Trust, a MAT of 44 primary, secondary AP and special academies. The Trust’s vision is for all young people to have access to the highest academic, social and practical skills required to achieve their full potential.  OAT support all staff so that they can enhance and develop their professional skills whatever their role within the trust.

Ormiston Academies Trust is an ethical sponsor, committed to improving the life chances of young people. We share their vision for all young people to have the highest academic, social and practical skills to allow them to lead a fulfilling life.

For further details please see the attached JD and person specifications.

To arrange an informal tour of the school or if you have any questions regarding the role please contact Mrs Samantha Murdoch, Operations Manager on 01472 310015 or murdochs@omacademy.co.uk 

To apply for the role, please submit an application form via the link above by 9am on Monday 6^th January 2025.

Ormiston Maritime Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered. 

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974