The Finance Business Partner (FBP) will provide oversight and day-to-day support on all school-based financial matters, both at a strategic and operational level. They will be a member of the central Trust Finance team, providing a key link between the Trust central team and the schools. The post holder will provide a full Finance Business Partner service to the designated schools, acting as the lead for all financial advice and support. They will have responsibility for the production of all financial information for the school, including monthly management accounts, the annual budget, and longer-term forecasting. The FBP is also responsible for ensuring schools are complying with Trust financial procedures at an operational level.
Someone who is suitably qualified, with extensive experience working in financial management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a collaborative, team-working approach focused on improvement and supporting the vision, values, and objectives of the organisation. They will have excellent working knowledge of core accounting concepts with the ability to present information clearly, and have the ability to complete core transactional work alongside strategic level responsibilities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.
Prospere Learning Trust is a high-performing, inclusive, and innovative Trust comprising 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester. We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all. We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We are driven by our core values: Inclusion
- we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes. Comprehensive education
- we welcome all people from our local community. Excellence
- high standards institutionally, academically, and in personal development. Expertise
- great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential. Collaboration
- we believe we are stronger together. Reflection
- we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research. At Prospere Learning Trust, we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow. We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools. To support our staff, we come together as a collaborative learning community, with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.
This is a Grade 9, permanent post working 35 hours per week, all year round. The starting salary is £45,718. All school staff are expected to share the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.
What the school offers its staff: High quality CPD for all roles Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme, and access to affordable loans Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible Mental Health First Aid in every school Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
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Someone who is suitably qualified, with extensive experience working in financial management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a collaborative, team-working approach focused on improvement and supporting the vision, values, and objectives of the organisation. They will have excellent working knowledge of core accounting concepts with the ability to present information clearly, and have the ability to complete core transactional work alongside strategic level responsibilities. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you've lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.
Prospere Learning Trust is a high-performing, inclusive, and innovative Trust comprising 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester. We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all. We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We are driven by our core values: Inclusion
- we recognise people need different levels of support to achieve equitable outcomes. Comprehensive education
- we welcome all people from our local community. Excellence
- high standards institutionally, academically, and in personal development. Expertise
- great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in all our staff to achieve their potential. Collaboration
- we believe we are stronger together. Reflection
- we are underpinned by thoughtful use of relevant evidence and research. At Prospere Learning Trust, we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow. We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools. To support our staff, we come together as a collaborative learning community, with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.
This is a Grade 9, permanent post working 35 hours per week, all year round. The starting salary is £45,718. All school staff are expected to share the Trust's commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.
What the school offers its staff: High quality CPD for all roles Bupa Level 1 Health Plan - annual cash back allowance for a range of everyday health care expenses Generous Pension Contribution - over 26% for teachers and over 17% for support staff 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 31 days with 5 years' service Cyclescheme - save up to 39% on a bike and accessories and get Strava for free Employee Assistance Programmes - including access to free counselling and 24/7 helplines Credit Union - regular savings, Christmas saving scheme, and access to affordable loans Flexible working options - we're happy to talk flexible working where possible Mental Health First Aid in every school Blue Light Card - discounts on holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones, and many more bYond cashback card - spend smarter with a prepaid cashback card for your everyday purchases
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