‘Think Differently' to inspire young people to overcome all barriers and achieve their dreams.
This is the Vision Statement of James Brindley Academy.
* Do you want to have a positive impact on some of the most vulnerable children’s lives in Birmingham?
* Do you want to work in an organisation that recognises the benefits of a good work/life balance for their workforce?
* Do you want to work in an organisation that invests heavily in CPD and allocates additional training days to develop their staff?
* Are you a dynamic leader with expertise in Finance and operational strategy?
If you have answered ‘yes’ to all these questions, join our team!
Benefits of working for James Brindley Academy include:
* Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a 24-hour helpline for advice regarding legal, financial, medical, consumer, work and family matters, in addition to counselling.
* Wellbeing champions allocated to each James Brindley Centre, who are committed to supporting all employees to improve their physical and mental wellbeing.
* A benefits portal which has various offers including a cycle to work scheme, a low-cost health plan, childcare voucher scheme and dining discounts.
* Teacher Pension Scheme.
* Free parking, near to Birmingham City Centre, which can be used evenings and weekends.
Join James Brindley as we launch the Think Differently Multi-Academy Trust (MAT) as Chief Finance and Operating Officer and play a key role in shaping the future of our newly established Trust. We are at the start of a very exciting journey, with ambitious growth plans to expand significantly over the next 3–5 years. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will oversee core operations, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and alignment with our educational aims.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic leadership across finance, IT, HR, and facilities.
* Act as the Trust’s Chief Financial Officer, ensuring sound financial governance.
* Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
* Lead and inspire teams, including Finance, HR, Governance, IT, and Facilities Managers.
* Oversee budgets, risk management, and operational planning.
* Contribute to the Trust’s development plan, ensuring financial sustainability.
What We Are Looking For:
* Proven experience in senior leadership, financial management, and operational oversight.
* Strong understanding of compliance, governance, and resource management.
* Ability to lead diverse teams and drive organisational success.
* Exceptional communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent time to join James Brindley as the Academy continues to implement a strategic vision developed by young people, staff, and other stakeholders.
Join us to ‘Think Differently’ to inspire young people to overcome all barriers and achieve their dreams.
You’ll be joining at a pivotal time, as James Brindley Academy forms the Think Differently MAT, helping shape the foundations of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to delivering outstanding education. We offer a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work in a collaborative, supportive environment.
Ready to take on this exciting challenge? Apply now and help us achieve our ambitious vision.
Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 3rd March 2025.
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 10th March 2025.
James Brindley Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check and any offer of employment is made conditional of this. You will also be required to register and pay for the DBS update service and ensure that documentary evidence is produced to ensure annual compliance and updates. You will also be required to provide written consent for the employer to access this information at any time.
This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.
James Brindley Academy undertakes to make any “reasonable adjustments” to a job or workplace to counteract any disadvantages a disabled person may have.
James Brindley Academy, Bell Barn Road. Birmingham, B15 2AF
Telephone: 0121 666 6409
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