Lead Financial Strategy in a Values-Driven Education Trust
– Chief Finance Officer
Location: Totnes, South Devon | Salary: L21 £81,441 rising to L26 £92,052 + Benefits | Start Date: January 2026 (or earlier if available) | Closing Date: 8 September 2025
Are you a strategic finance leader ready to make a meaningful impact in education? A forward-thinking Multi-Academy Trust in the South West is seeking a dynamic Chief Finance Officer to join its Executive Team and help shape the future of a growing, values-led organisation.
The Trust serves a diverse mix of Church of England and Community Schools across Torbay, Devon, and Somerset. As CFO, you’ll be based in the beautiful town of Totnes, leading a talented finance team and working closely with the CEO and Trustees to drive strategic financial planning, risk management, and innovation.
You’ll be at the heart of:
Strategic financial leadership and planning
Risk and investment management
Capital project oversight and income generation
Financial systems and technology transformation
Collaborative leadership across the Trust
Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who is:
Professionally qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent)
Experienced in strategic financial leadership
Passionate about education and equity of opportunity
A creative problem-solver and resilient leader
Skilled in communication, collaboration, and innovation
Benefits
31 days annual leave + bank holidays (rising to 36 days)
Local Government Pension Scheme
On-site parking
Access to Occupational Health, Coaching, and Employee Assistance Programme
A supportive, collaborative Central Services Team in a stunning location