Collingwood College is seeking a strategic and dynamic Chief Financial & Operations Officer to join our Senior Leadership Team and help drive our ongoing journey to achieve the highest standards of education and provision.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead all non-teaching functions across a large, high-performing secondary school of over 1700 students.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead finance, HR, IT, estates, and administration
- Deliver long-term financial strategy and ensure robust governance
- Drive income generation and operational efficiency
- Oversee major site development and infrastructure projects
- Support whole-school strategic planning
About You
- Proven senior leadership experience in financial management
- Strong track record of strategic planning and change leadership
- Excellent communication, analytical and decision-making skills
- Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams
- Education sector experience desirable
We offer
- Circa £82,000 salary
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- 26–30 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Healthcare cash plan & staff benefits
- Excellent facilities and professional development
Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date. The college reserves the right to appoint early.
Collingwood College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.