Are you an experienced finance and operations leader, ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic and values-driven multi-academy trust?

St Barnabas Church Of England Multi Academy Trust is seeking a highly skilled Chief Finance and Operations Officer to join our senior leadership team. As CFOO, you will play a pivotal role in driving our financial strategy, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability, supporting our commitment to high-quality education.  We are looking for a dynamic and forward thinking Chief Financial and Operations Officer (CFOO) to join and grow with our team.

If you are passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children, have a strategic mindset and offer financial and operational leadership experience,  then join our team and help us shape a sustainable future for our Trust.   We are looking for a qualified finance professional with experience at a senior level, ideally within the education or public sector. You will be a collaborative leader with excellent communication skills, strong financial acumen, and a commitment to our Trust’s values.

You will lead the Trust’s finance and operational functions, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and the effective use of resources. You’ll work closely with the CEO, Trustees, and school leaders to deliver strategic objectives and operational improvements.  This is a full time, all year round position, you will be based at our central office which is within St Petroc's CofE Primary School in Bodmin, PL31 1DS.

What we offer:

33 days annual holiday (plus bank holidays)

Cycle to Work scheme

Corporate gym membership

Generous public sector pension scheme 

24/7 GP access by phone or video for staff and family 

Cashback on consultations, therapies and eye care

A supportive and collaborative working environment

Opportunities for professional development and progression

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic leadership of finance, HR, IT, estates, and risk management

Financial planning, budget management, and reporting

Overseeing procurement, compliance, and contract management

Leading and developing the central finance and operations team

Advising on regulatory requirements and best practice

Our 'Bring It!' vision requires us to ensure our pupils are excited by and fully engaged in their learning and school experience more widely. We support them to use their talents to create positive school memories with their friends that will remain with them for the rest of their lives.

Our aim is to inspire a lifetime of adventure.

As a Church of England Trust, we support its vision for education which is deeply Christian, with Jesus' promise of 'life in all its fullness' at its heart.

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust’s due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.