Chief Finance and Business Officer
Chipping Campden School, Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, GL55 6HU18 days remaining to apply
Start date details
Early 2027, to be negotiated at interview
Closing date
12 October 2026 at 9am
Date listed
24 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £77,141 - £84,957
Pay scale
- Leadership (non-teaching) L15 - L19
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for an experienced financial and business leader who can bring strategic thinking, professional expertise and sound judgement to our Senior Leadership Team.
Essential:
- Significant senior level experience of financial management and leadership within a complex organisation
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Experience of strategic financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting and using financial information to support organisational decision making
Experience of leading and developing teams, with effective delegation and accountability
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Experience of leading organisational change and improving systems, processes or ways of working
Experience of working with senior leaders, using professional judgement and influence to provide clear advice, constructive challenge and shape organisational decision making
Understanding of strategic HR and workforce management
Understanding of governance, risk, internal control and organisational assurance
Strong commercial awareness, including procurement, value for money and identifying opportunities for efficiency or income generation
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A clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, with an understanding of the responsibilities of senior leaders in creating a safe organisational culture
Ability to build trusted relationships and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
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Evidence of operating as a strategic leader beyond their own functional area, contributing to the wider organisational priorities and decision making
Evidence of building effective external relationships and professional networks to support organisational development
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High standards of integrity, discretion and professional judgement
Commitment to the values, ethos and educational purpose of Chipping Campden School
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Relevant professional qualification in finance, accountancy, school business leadership or a related discipline
Ability to communicate complex information clearly and persuasively to a range of audiences
Desirable:
- Senior finance or business leadership experience within an educational setting
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Knowledge of academy funding, regulation and the Academy Trust Handbook
Experience of working with trustees, governors or another non- executive board
What the school offers its staff
- A competitive salary and membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
- A supportive induction and probationary period, with regular performance and development conversations.
- Professional development tailored to you and the role, with opportunities to build on your existing expertise and develop in areas that are new to you.
- A working culture where staff are trusted and supported, with a strong commitment to wellbeing.
- Complimentary use of the school’s sports facilities, including the gym and swimming pool, together with access to the Cycle to Work scheme.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Chipping Campden School is committed to equality of opportunity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to enhanced DBS including barred list for working with children.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Chipping Campden School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 1465 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- recruitment@campden.school
Chipping Campden School is a school with a long and distinguished history dating back to c.1440, and a reputation to match. It is a forward-looking school, striving always to provide the best opportunities for students to achieve their potential in a time of rapid change.We provide a relevant and challenging curriculum to meet student developing interests and ambitions and our school environment is one which promotes high quality learning. However, education for life is about much more than the academic content of courses, and Chipping Campden School offers a wide range of enriching opportunities to prepare its students for their futures.It is difficult to put into words the very special ethos of Chipping Campden School but is an inclusive and affirming place to be, both as a student and member of staff.Located in such an outstandingly attractive town in the Cotswolds, you can enjoy living/working in such an area that is only a short journey from Stratford-Upon-Avon, Cheltenham and Evesham. Moreton has a main line station with direct link to Oxford and London.There are approximately 1475 students in School, including 340 in the Sixth Form. Every student is treated as an individual while being developed into an active and positive member of the school community and a global citizen. The school offers a very wide range of extra-curricular activities including sport, music and drama and standards here are also very high.We have a stable staff of well-qualified and talented professionals, united in our desire to ensure that all students reach their potential. We work collaboratively with parents, partner schools and colleges and external agencies to support individual students in this. There is a well established provision of staff development and regular meetings allowing opportunities to communicate, share good practice and challenge and ensure all are secure in the part they play in the success of the school.
Arranging a visit to Chipping Campden School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email recruitment@campden.school.
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