Job Description
Located in Wokingham, Berkshire, Luckley House is a thriving co-educational, independent day and boarding school for 375 pupils aged 11 to 18 years. Set in 20 acres of beautiful leafy grounds, Luckley House is a warm and welcoming school providing a Christian education characterised by academic excellence, a rich and diverse range of opportunity, aspiration and enthusiasm for life and generosity of spirit.
The Headmistress and Governors are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, dynamic and commercially minded Director of Finance and Operations (DFO) with the skill set to shape strategy and deliver operational functions effectively. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the continued success and development of a school that has seen a significant growth in pupil numbers in recent years and is looking forward to launching a new ten year development plan that will allow for expansion of both its sports facilities and the wider site.
Reporting to the Headmistress on day-to-day operations, the DFO is a critical member of the Leadership Team and will work with the Headmistress and Governors to shape and implement the School’s strategic development. The DFO will lead a diverse team of support staff, ensuring effective and efficient functional delivery whilst driving continuous improvement in financial, estate and operational performance. Areas of responsibility will include finance, buildings and facilities, health and safety, risk management, catering, transport, legal and commercial activities. The DFO is also Clerk to the Governors.
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of successful business leadership and will be a strategic thinker with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. Exceptional financial acumen and robust commercial judgement will be essential, as will an ability to establish highly effective, collaborative working relationships with the Headmistress, Governors and colleagues at all levels. Prior experience in the education sector is not essential and applications are welcomed from candidates with commercial, charitable and private-sector backgrounds.
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Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential about the role:
The closing date for applications is 10.00am on Monday 11th March 2024.
Luckley House School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information.
Job Summary
11/03/2024
Location:
Wokingham
A highly attractive remuneration package is offered, reflecting the seniority and significance of the position. The salary offered will depend on skills and experience.
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