Head of Finance – SAST Central

Key Responsibilities

This role will be a key member of the Shared Services senior leadership team, reporting to the Chief Finance and Operations Officer, supporting colleagues in the delivery of the school’s strategic and operational plans.

You will work with a dedicated team; committed to our mission of Flourishing Children, Flourishing Schools and Flourishing Communities, ensuring that in all we do we have a positive impact on the lives of the children in our care.

Qualification & Requirements

With a focus on service delivery, the candidate will be able to demonstrate proven ability in senior leadership and financial control within complex organisations, leading people and resources effectively, thinking strategically, delivering results and motivating others.

You will need to demonstrate high levels of energy and the ability to think and communicate with clarity, working in partnership with other leaders across the Trust, with the ability to execute efficiencies and business improvement initiatives that will drive the Trusts financial success and mitigate risks during a period of unprecedented challenge in the sector.

Benefits

Dorset Council offers a comprehensive package of employee benefits, including financial benefits like pay rises based on competency and membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme, lifestyle benefits like flexible working and family-friendly policies, and support for employees through wellbeing initiatives and development opportunities.