Chief Financial Officer at Shropshire Church of England Academies Trust

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/SCEAT/53287
  Location
St Marys Bluecoat Ce School, Lodge Lane, Bridgnorth, Shropshire, WV15 5EQ
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£61,000.00 - £69,000.00 Annually (Actual)
Competitive starting salary in the region of £61,000–£69,000 depending on experience and qualifications
  Hours Per Week
37
  Weeks Per Year
52
  Closing Date
Midday, Wed 3rd Jun, 2026
  Start Date
01/09/2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
Week commencing 08/06/2026
   Interview Date(s)           Week commencing 08/06/2026
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About this Role

We are seeking a dedicated and strategic financial leader to guide the Trust through its next phase of development. The CFO will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial excellence and long-term sustainability across our multi-academy trust. As CFO, you will:

  • Provide expert financial leadership and strategic advice
  • Ensure sound financial governance and compliance
  • Oversee all aspects of financial management across the Trust
  • Work closely with the CEO and small finance team to support informed decision-making
  • Be a key member of the executive leadership team, contributing to the Trust's overall vision and success

The ideal candidate will have: 

  • Proven experience in financial leadership at a senior level, preferably in education, public, charity or not for-profit sectors.
  • A recognised professional finance qualification (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA, CPA)
  • Excellent communication and strategic planning skills
  • The ability to work collaboratively across teams and provide high-quality financial insight and direction

Please see the attached recruitment pack for further details.


Contact Details

  Erica Skidmore
  01746763455
  contact@sceat.org.uk


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