The Finance Business Partner will provide oversight and day to day support on all school based financial
matters, both at a strategic and operational level. They will be a member of the central Trust Finance
team, providing a key link between the Trust central team and the schools.
The postholder will deliver a comprehensive Finance Business Partner service to the designated schools,
serving as the primary source for all financial advice and support. They will handle the production of all
financial information for the school, including monthly management accounts, the annual budget, and
longer-term forecasting. The FBP is also accountable for ensuring that schools adhere to Trust financial
procedures at an operational level.
If you would like to discuss the role or arrange a visit to our Trust Office and meet the team, please do not
hesitate to email me at iraikes@southportlearningtrust.org to arrange an appointment.
An application form can be found on the Trust website at southportlearningtrust.org. Please return your application by email to recruitment@southportlearningtrust.org.
FINANCE BUSINESS PARTNER
Shortlisting for interview will be based solely on the information you
provide on the application form. Please include evidence of how you
meet the criteria set out in the person specification, providing
examples where possible. We have a strong safeguarding culture and
all applications are processed accordingly.
Please note that any appointments are made subject to enhanced
DBS clearance, identity checks, continuous employment/employment
gaps checks, online checks and satisfactory written references which
we will apply for prior to the interview.
Southport Learning Trust is committed to the wellbeing of all staff
through continued professional development and a comprehensive
Employee Wellbeing Assistance Programme and employee benefits.
Ian Raikes - CEO