Chief Financial Operations Officer

Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Operations Officer to lead finance, estates, and business operations across its growing family of 32 schools.

Applications close at 9 a.m. Wednesday 22nd October.

Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP) is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Chief Financial Operations Officer (CFO) to lead the Trust’s financial operations, IT, estates, and business functions. This is an opportunity to join an ambitious and values-driven organisation at a time of growth and transformation.

As CFOO, you will be responsible for ensuring the financial sustainability and resilience of the Trust, advising the CEO, Trust Board, and senior leaders, while also driving forward efficiency, investment, and innovation. You will provide clear strategic oversight of finance and operations, ensuring our resources are aligned to deliver the best possible outcomes for over 10,000 learners across 32 Catholic schools.

We are seeking an exceptional finance leader with strong commercial judgement, the ability to balance strategic vision with operational rigour and a deep commitment to supporting our Catholic ethos and mission.

Peridot Partners and Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and our client expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

For further information about the role and to register your interest, please contact our advising consultants at Peridot Partners: https://www.peridotpartners.co.uk/jobs/chief-financial-officer-kent-catholic-schools-partnership/