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About the School
We are a primary special school in the Local Authority of Barnet which caters for pupils
with a wide range of complex and profound learning difficulties. These include severe autism complex medical
conditions physical and mobility difficulties as well as severe developmental delay.
About the candidate
Qualifications
Essential
Business degree or related professional qualification Desirable
Accounting qualification or SBM specific qualification (level 4 to 6) i.e. CSBM/DSBM/ADSBM Experience Essential
Significant and successful expertise across a range of finance activities including procurement budget setting
monitoring reporting auditing
Management of payroll
Desirable
Experience of working in a maintained school
Experience of working with the Governing Body of a school
The ability to find creative and innovative solutions to working more efficiently and effectively
Experience of working effectively with a wide range of external partners or external groups
Knowledge and skills
Essential
Excellent communication numeracy and interpersonal skills
Proficient user of a range of IT packages including Excel and Word.
Ability to analyse use and present data in an effective and accessible manner
Delivery of value for money initiatives
Ability to strategically influence decision making
An ability to interpret legislation and regulations
Attention to detail and accuracy
Desirable
Understanding of school management issues including delivery of services and systems
Ability to use RM Finance and Arbor data system
Demonstrate entrepreneurial drive and successful income generation
Personal Capabilities
Essential
Commitment to acting with integrity honesty loyalty and fairness to safeguard the assets financial probity and
reputation of the school
Motivated by a strong drive to improve the organisation and its infrastructure and systems
Commitment to the aims and ethos of the school
Strong people management skills and highly developed interpersonal skills
Strong organisational and planning skills
Willingness to constructively challenge the work of others and to continuing own professional development
Ability to manage and prioritise workload and respond effectively to working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
What we offer (4-6 key employee benefits e.g. flexible working employee discounts holidays)
- A creative and inclusive school community working in partnership with parents and
families.
- A rewarding term time only role within a friendly and hard-working team.
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