Director of Business and Finance
Overview
Personal attributes
The Role
You will lead on:
● Strategic financial planning and budget management
● HR, administration, IT and operational systems
● Premises, health and safety compliance
● Governance, risk management and regulatory compliance
● The leadership and development of support teams
This role requires strategic oversight alongside strong, hands-on operational leadership in a
busy and ambitious school environment.
We Are Looking For Someone Who:
● Has strong experience in business or financial leadership, ideally within a school or
similarly complex organisation
● Holds a relevant qualification (or is willing to work towards one)
● Thinks strategically and can translate vision into sustainable, effective systems
● Is highly organised, detail-oriented and fully able to manage multiple priorities in a
fast-paced environment — this is essential
Salary & Benefits
Salary from £52413 to £54495 per year Full time 35 hrs per week (flexibility considered)
At Cheetham Church of England Community Academy we are proud to be a warm, inclusive
and ambitious school at the heart of a diverse community. We are now seeking an experienced
and motivated Director of Business and Finance to join our Senior Leadership Team in a pivotal
and rewarding role.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a supportive, values-driven environment, where leaders
are trusted, staff are valued and professional growth is actively encouraged.
Why join Cheetham?
● A genuinely supportive and collaborative Senior Leadership Team
● A school culture built on respect, care and strong relationships
● A commitment to high-quality CPD and leadership development
● Open to Flexible working arrangements, including consideration of working patterns
and flexible approach to annual leave
● The opportunity to make a real difference in a single academy trust where your impact
is visible.
Location
Cheetham C of E Community Academy
Halliwell Lane
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M8 9FR
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
Send your completed application to admin@cheetham.manchester.sch.uk
by 12pm on 27th April 26
Equal opportunities
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