Finance and Resources Director

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for managing finances and resources? Tradewind are working with an outstanding boy's secondary school in Islington. We are currently seeking a dedicated Finance and Resources Director to provide operational and strategic leadership for the school's core business services.

Salary: £75,000 - £85,000

Contract type: Full-time, permanent

Responsible to: Headteacher

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management:

• Develop and implement the school's financial strategy.
• Ensure effective financial controls, standards, and systems.
• Prepare and maintain budgets, financial plans, and forecasts.
• Secure additional funding to strengthen the school's financial position.

Premises Management:

• Lead responsibility for site and building maintenance.
• Oversee energy consumption and savings measures.
• Manage income from facility lettings and other revenue sources.

Health and Safety:

• Act as the School's Health and Safety Officer.
• Prepare and update emergency plans and risk analysis.
• Ensure First Aid requirements and appropriate training are in place.

Catering:

• Ensure high-quality catering provision offering value for money.

IT Support:

• Manage IT Managed Services contract for efficient support.
• Oversee IT projects and maintenance updates to enhance teaching and learning.
• Ensure e-safety policies are in place and followed.

Risk Management and Data Protection:

• Manage risk management procedures and oversee disaster recovery policies.
• Act as Data Protection Officer and ensure compliance with data protection and Freedom of Information policies.

Other Duties:

• Safeguarding and child protection adherence.
• Participate in whole-school training and initiatives.
• Attend relevant meetings.

Line Management:

• Finance Officer, Premises Managers, HR Manager, Contractors (IT managed services, catering, cleaning).

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The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.