Finance Manager (Salisbury & Wiltshire)

The Role

Brunel Academies Trust is a growing educational community with a vision of “no barriers, only potential”. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our children and young people (CYP) whether they are within our SEND provisions or mainstream schools.

Due to continued growth, we have an exciting opportunity for an experienced, self-motivated finance professional to join our team. Based in our Salisbury office, reporting to the Head of Finance, you will support our Wiltshire Education Provisions (EPs).

Working in partnership with the Headteachers (HTs), you will provide advice and guidance for the financial lifecycle of the school, in line with organisation policies and processes, ensuring compliance with the Trust’s finance manual and the Academy Trust Handbook.

It is a fantastic and exciting time to join our Finance Team here at Brunel Academies Trust during a period of growth. The attached job description and person specification will detail your role in full.

Interview: 11.09.24

Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.

Hours: 37 per week. We offer hybrid working – 2 days at home/3 days in the office once settled and trained.

Benefits

Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
• Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
• Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
• Free on-site parking
• Annual pay progression opportunities
• Continuous Service date honoured

You are invited and encouraged to visit our setting to explore how unique and inspirational our children and team are. You can learn more about us through our website, or contact the Resourcing Team should you have any questions resourcingswindon@brunel.org.uk

Safeguarding Statement

Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.

Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.

Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.

In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided. 

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