We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Partner to join our Finance Team, supporting a portfolio of academies within our Multi-Academy Trust.

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, you will work closely with Headteachers and budget holders, taking ownership of the full budget management cycle. You will play a key role in ensuring schools and central services operate within budget while delivering their strategic priorities. 

Key responsibilities

•          Lead on budget setting, forecasting and financial planning for schools and central cost centres

•          Monitor financial performance, providing insightful analysis and challenge to stakeholders

•          Partner with school leaders to align finances with educational priorities and development plans

•          Maintain accurate financial data and ensure robust financial controls and compliance

•          Support audit processes and ensure adherence to relevant financial regulations

•          Identify opportunities to drive efficiency and value for money across the Trust

About you

•          Experience in a fast-paced finance environment, including budget management and financial analysis 

•          Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage complex workloads and deadlines 

•          Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

•          High level of numeracy, attention to detail and IT capability

•          Hold or working towards a relevant finance qualification

•          Education or public sector finance experience is desirable

Why join us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by supporting schools to deliver outstanding outcomes for young people, while developing your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team.

What’s in it for you?

• An actual salary of £36,363 - £39,862 per annum (OLOL Band 6; Scale Points 25 - 29)

• Dedicated schools who teach and support our wonderful students who deserve the very best.

• A team of talented and highly committed staff in a supportive working environment.

• Terms and Conditions - we have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for all staff.

Fantastic benefits:

• Generous Pension Scheme with employer contributions over 20%.

• Access to top-tier CPD opportunities tailored to your development.

• 28 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays.

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing emotional, financial, and legal support for you and your family.

• Exclusive perks: From staff discounts to a Cycle-to-Work scheme, we’ve got you covered!

• A welcoming community: Work with enthusiastic students, supportive colleagues, and a leadership team that values your expertise.

For an informal discussion about the role and our school please contact us on 0115 8545151.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed.

How to Apply:

Please complete the online application form located on our vacancies page.

Closing Date: Monday 6 July at 9.00am 2026 at 9.00am

You do not need to be a Catholic to work for our Trust and we warmly welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities, and beliefs. This includes those of all faiths, the Catholic faith and those without a faith who are supportive of the Trust’s Catholic character and Christian ethos. This diversity is fundamental to our values and enriches the lives of the students within our schools.  Our Trust strives to be a supportive, inclusive, caring, and positive community where every staff member has a sense of belonging.   We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from people with a disability or long-term health condition.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks including online searches are required for successful applicants.