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Director of Finance & Operations - Full-time

The John Wallis Church of England Academy, Ashford

  • Ref:KCC886-6919-308L
  • Posted:24/02/2020
  • Pay:Competitive Salary Negotiable
  • Start Date:Easter 2020
  • App Close Date:09/03/2020 at 09:00
  • Interviews:ASAP

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You will already be an effective leader with the commitment and passion to help shape the next stage of the Academy’s development. Candidates must have executive management skills, proven financial management and operational skills, strategic vision and experience of working at a senior management level. This post offers tremendous scope for initiative, flair and creativity.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant but will have developed a range of operational skills across many disciplines and will have the capacity to lead, motivate and support colleagues that have specific responsibilities for Business and Finance, Human Resources, Premises and IT. In addition, the successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of the need for compliance and will lead on the co-ordination of the Academy’s data protection, audit and risk management arrangements.

For someone with drive, energy and enthusiasm, the Academy will provide a stimulating, supportive and exciting environment in which to take forward your career.

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils, students and staff and expects all members of the Academy community, volunteers and visitors to share this commitment. The Academy actively promotes equality and diversity and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

If you have any other queries regarding this role please contact HR@thejohnwallisacademy.org 

Please note that the Academy is committed to Safer Recruitment Procedures. Appointment to all positions are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Please note the Academy reserves the right to withdraw the advert should a suitable candidate be appointed prior to the closing date.

Information about the school

Our vision for every John Wallis student is clear: we expect them to graduate from our Academy equipped with the qualifications, skills, and unwavering confidence needed to achieve their ambitions, whether that's pursuing higher education or embarking on their chosen career path.

Join us at The John Wallis Church of England Academy, where our commitment to excellence and belief in the power of choice shape the futures of our students. If you're passionate about education and share our vision, we invite you to apply for a position with us today.

Together, we can make a difference and provide our students with the tools they need to shape their own destinies.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Mr D McBeath
  • Address:Millbank Road, Kingsnorth, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3HG
  • Telephone: 01233 623465
  • Email: HR@thejohnwallisacademy.org

Fax: 01233 652630

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.