Lead together
Opportunity for a Chief Financial Officer within our Central Team
NATALIE PARKINSON
(DIRECTOR OF PEOPLE AND CULTURE)
JANINE WEBB
(DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND COMPLIANCE)
An exciting journey
We are looking for an exceptional financial leader with a proven track record of success, who is ready to inspire, innovate, and make a lasting impact. You will bring a clear vision for driving continuous improvement. A natural leader, you will motivate and guide teams to deliver outstanding service, build strong networks, and implement innovative systems that simplify processes and enhance efficiency.
This role requires someone with outstanding financial acumen, strategic insight, and the ability to thrive under pressure. You will be a trusted advisor, confident in delivering high-quality guidance to senior leaders and trustees, while also empowering staff at all levels. Resilience, exceptional leadership, and a collaborative mindset are key, as you balance competing priorities and lead the way in shaping the financial future of our organisation.
Your first step
Book an introductory call with OUR CEO
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ABOUT TOGETHER LEARNING TRUST
Together Learning Trust is a thriving, high performing trust that is highly regarded within the region and beyond, sitting securely in the top 10% most improved Trusts nationally. We are proud to lead a group of nine schools, presently three secondary, five primary and one special school inspiring over 5700 young people and 750 staff in Calderdale and Kirklees. Big enough to offer stability and quality central services whilst small enough to make sure school leaders feel like valued partners.
We are driven by a shared commitment to providing magical learning experiences for all our children and a belief that all of them can achieve great things.
We cherish our staff, support their wellbeing and enable them to flourish. Being part of Together Learning Trust feels special due to the unique nature of the schools and the opportunities it brings for staff, students and communities to collaborate. For everyone involved in our Trust our mission is simple. To Grow, Excel, and Learn Together.
“I believe that the support that schools can provide each other cannot be underestimated. Being part of the Together Learning Trust enables our schools to continue to flourish and develop within a supportive school focused community, where the expertise of those who have a hands on understanding of our children will lead the way forward.”
Location
THE BROOKSBANK SCHOOL
VICTORIA ROAD
ELLAND
WEST YORKSHIRE
HX5 0QG
Approx. driving times:
Huddersfield: 15 minutes
M62 Motorway: 5 minutes
Halifax: 10 minutes
Bradford: 25 minutes
Leeds: 30 minutes
Sheffield: 50 minutes
This role in based in our central office at the Brooksbank School in Elland. Elland is a historic market town in West Yorkshire, known for its picturesque surroundings, welcoming community, and excellent transport links.
The role will involve some travel to our other schools in Calderdale and Kirklees.
ABOUT the role
Chief Financial Officer
Salary: Leadership Scale: SL2 1-4 £67,371-£74,048
We are seeking an exceptional financial professional to join Together Learning Trust as our Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This pivotal role arises due to the retirement of our current CFO, and we are excited to welcome a leader who will contribute to shaping the next chapter of our thriving Trust.
What we are looking for:
Having a proven track record of financial leadership, a deep understanding of Multi-academy Trust (MAT) finance and a vision for driving continuous improvement is essential. The CFO will work closely with the CEO, Executive Headteacher, Executive Director of Education, Director of Business and Operations, Director of People, and ICT Director. Key responsibilities include:
Building High-Performing Teams: Lead, inspire and guide our excellent central finance team and collaborate with business staff to ensure they deliver exceptional service.
Strategic Leadership: Shape and enhance the Trust’s financial structures, operating processes, and long-term financial strategy as we expand.
Driving Excellence: Oversee the financial and business aspects of the Trust, ensuring operational efficiency and the most cost-effective procedures and systems.
Developing Efficient Systems: Streamline and optimise financial operations and champion innovative processes that reduce unnecessary workload for staff.
Inspiring Confidence: Establish credibility and the trust of stakeholders by delivering consistent, high-quality operational support and strategic advice.
Building Networks: Forge strong relationships with other finance and business leaders to share best practices and seek opportunities for collaboration, innovation and improvement.
Delivering Exceptional Service: Set the highest standards for yourself and your team, driving exceptional performance that reflects our commitment to excellence.
CLOSING DATE: Thursday 13 February 2025 10 am
INTERVIEWS: Friday 28 February
START DATE: 22 April 2025
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If our trust sounds like a place in which you could really make a difference then we would love to speak with you. If you have any questions about the application process, please email recruitment@tlt.school .
