Job ID:
7720
Advertising Salary
£52,413
All Locations
Cheetham C of E Community Academy, Halliwell Lane, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M8 9FR

About The Role

Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full Time
Number of Positions: 1
Qualifications Required: Degree in finance, business management or related discipline
Start Date: 20th April 2026
Salary: £52,413 - £54,495 per annum

 
 

This is a pivotal role within our Academy. As Director of Business and Finance, you will work closely with the Principal and Senior Leadership Team to ensure the Academy is financially secure, operationally strong and well-positioned for the future.

Through excellent stewardship, strategic leadership and a commitment to our Christian values, you will play a key role in ensuring we deliver the very best for the children and families we serve.

As a single academy trust, this role carries significant responsibility for the Academy’s financial and operational management.

About the Candidate

We Are Looking For Someone Who:

  • Has strong experience in business or financial leadership, ideally within a school or similarly complex organisation
  • Holds a relevant qualification (or is willing to work towards one)
  • Thinks strategically and can translate vision into sustainable, effective systems
  • Is highly organised, detail-oriented and fully able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment — this is essential
  • Demonstrates integrity, sound judgement and professionalism, and is committed to upholding our Christian values
  • Builds positive, professional relationships with staff, pupils, parents, governors, Directors and external partners

About Us

At Cheetham, you will be part of:   

  • A diverse, inclusive and welcoming community
  • A culture of high expectations and mutual respect
  • A supportive and experienced Senior Leadership Team
  • Staff who are dedicated and committed to continuous improvement
  • A school with a strong track record of financial responsibility and governance
 
 
 
 
To apply for this job role, please complete the application form and email it to: [email protected]
 
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We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, younger learners and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff and volunteers to share the same commitment. The above post will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references and will be exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here.

This post is also subject to satisfactory references, proof of right to work in the UK in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996 and other pre-employment checks where applicable.

We strive to create a fair and inclusive workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We positively welcome applications from all candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation

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