Chief Finance Officer

The Dunstone Education Trust is looking for a qualified chartered accountant with energy, drive, and strategic awareness to play a leading role in developing and implementing the Trust’s growth.

In 2023: our Ofsted inspection recognised us as “Good” in all areas; academic outcomes improved across a range of metrics; and in 2023 and 2024 we had a strong financial performance, strengthening our reserve position. We are a successful Trust with high ambitions.

The Chief Finance Officer will work closely with the Accounting Officer and Trustees. Day to day you will lead on the non-academic operations and services of the Trust, ensuring that resources are deployed to meet the Strategic Plan in a financially and environmentally sustainable manner. Executing the responsibilities of a CFO, you will ensure robust financial planning, management and reporting in line with the Department for Education’s Academy Trust handbook.

You will be responsible for all aspects of Trust finance and operations ensuring compliance and overall efficiency of the Dunstone Education Trust. If you would like to discuss any aspects of the post, please contact the Accounting Officer:

Andrew Galbraith, a.galbraith@fulwoodacademy.co.uk

How to make an application:

To apply, complete the Application Form including the Supporting Statement section of the form to detail your suitability for the role, your motivation for making an application and how your knowledge, experience and training meet the person specification. Application forms can be found on the vacancies page of our website: www.fulwoodacademy.co.uk 

All completed application forms should be marked for the attention of:

Mr A Galbraith ,Principal/Interim CEO:  a.galbraith@fulwoodacademy.co.uk