Chief Finance Officer at Thrive Church of England Academy Trust Ltd

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Job Reference #

EDV/2025/TCEATL/24122

Location

The Old Rectory, St. Elisabeths Way, Stockport, , SK5 6BL

Contract Type

Permanent

Contract Term

Part-Time

Salary

£32,523.00 - £34,717.00 Annually (Actual)

Closing Date

Midnight, 5th Feb 2025

Start Date

As soon as possible

Positions Available

Positions Available 1

Driving licence required

Interview Date(s)

Week commencing 10th February 2025

Interview Date(s) Week commencing 10th February 2025

About this Role

Thrive CE Academy Trust is seeking candidates with significant finance and business management experience to join us as our new Chief Finance Officer. This role offers excellent career progression opportunities within the academy sector and a flexible working approach for those aiming to achieve a better work-life balance. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in finance and business operations, gained through roles in either the public or private sector.

As the Chief Finance Officer, you will be a key member of the Central Team, responsible for reviewing existing practices and processes, achieving value for money, and securing the financial future of our Trust. You will also have strategic involvement in Trust operations, allowing you to expand your knowledge of the wider business functions of Thrive.

We are looking for a CFO who will provide strategic financial leadership, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and sustainability across the Trust and our Academies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of our students by driving financial efficiency and supporting Trust growth plans.

If you feel that you have the skills and attributes this role requires, we would love to hear from you. An ‘Application Pack’ and ‘Trust Application Form’ can be found on our website: Vacancies | Thrive CE Academy Trust.

We hope this pack contains the necessary information you require to make an application, but if you would like to discuss the role in more detail, please do not hesitate to contact John Barrett, CEO, via email at: john.barrett@thrive-mat.com.