Head of Finance

Westminster City School, London, SW1E 5HJ

31 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  13-04-2026 (or by agreement)

• Closing date

  16 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  13 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £61,554.00 - £66,935.00 Annually (FTE) higher scale and additional benefits would be considered for candidates with the right experience

Head of Finance job summary

About Westminster City School

Westminster City School is a successful and inclusive Church of England secondary school for boys, located in the heart of London. The school has a strong academic record, a clear Christian ethos, and a commitment to developing young people who are confident, articulate and compassionate citizens.

As a single academy trust, the school benefits from close working relationships with partner schools and a supportive Foundation team, while retaining a strong individual identity and sense of community.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Finance to lead all aspects of financial management at Westminster City School. This is a key senior role, working closely with the Headteacher, Governors and Foundation colleagues to ensure robust financial planning, strong controls and long-term sustainability.

The post holder will play a central role in supporting the school’s journey from a deficit position to long-term financial stability, helping to build reserves and ensure best value in all financial decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled school finance professional who is looking to make a tangible impact at both strategic and operational levels.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate who brings both technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills.

Essential:

• Significant experience working in a school or academy finance function
• Strong knowledge of DfE finance requirements, academies funding and compliance
• Proven experience of budget planning, monitoring and financial reporting
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
• Recognised finance qualification or qualified accountant status
• Willingness to support the Christian ethos of the school

Close date: 16th March - 12h00

Shortlist Date: 18th March

Interview date: 25th March

How to Apply

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact our recruitment partner:
Cressida Johns at Academicis
📧 cjohns@academicis.co.uk
📞 07733 628155 / 01223 907979

Please see the attached candidate pack (find within additional documentation)

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Westminster City School

• School type: Academy, Christian, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 800 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Westminster City School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/westminster-city-school

Westminster City School is a comprehensive with a mixed Sixth Form located in the heart of central London close to Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Abbey. We are proud of our diverse school community which is multi-faith, multi-cultural and a true reflection of the modern city we live in. Ours is a school with a Christian foundation and character but we welcome boys of all faiths and of no faith. Our strong moral and spiritual ethos ensures pupils develop and prosper during their time at our school.

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