Queen Margaret's - Director of Finance and Operations

Summary

Reporting to the Head, the role of Director of Finance and Operations is critical to the financial operations and smooth running of all the school’s support functions. You will be a key member of the SLT, contributing to developing and implementing the school’s vision, strategy, and business and operational performance.

Detail

Established in 1901, Queen Margaret’s is a leading private school in York. Named Small Independent School of the Year 2023 and Independent School of the Year for Student Wellbeing 2021, our all girls boarding and day school allows every girl to thrive.

Situated on an estate of 75 acres and in an idyllic countryside setting near York in the heart of Yorkshire, our girls are nurtured with all the support, tuition and inspiration they need to become happy and successful women of tomorrow.

This is an exciting time to be joining Queen Margaret’s as the leadership team and governing board embark on shaping the school’s future strategic direction and setting it on a strong trajectory for the next chapter of its history.

Reporting to the Head, the role of Director of Finance and Operations is critical to the financial operations and smooth running of all the school’s support functions. You will be a key member of the SLT, contributing to developing and implementing the school’s vision, strategy, and business and operational performance.

The appointed Director of Finance and Operations will be a well-qualified, enthusiastic and adaptable individual who will lead with confidence, energy and clarity on the financial, operational and administrative management of the school. They will oversee the organisation and smooth running of the non-teaching aspects of the school as well as assist the Head with the long-term strategic development and planning for the whole school.

The successful candidate will be an individual of proven senior leadership ability, a strategic thinker and able to establish highly effective, collaborative working relationships with Governors and colleagues at all levels. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, exceptional financial acumen and robust commercial judgment will be essential.

Applicants will need to have a genuine interest in and empathy for education, however prior school bursar experience is not a pre-requisite.

How to Apply

Queen Margaret’s is being assisted in the recruitment of this key appointment by the Independent Schools’ Bursars Association (ISBA), from whom a Candidate Pack can be obtained by sending an email to recruiting@theisba.org.uk Alternatively if you would like to discuss the position with ISBA prior to applying, please contact Lucy Wyatt on 07817 038009.

Closing date for applications is 4th November 2024

The ISBA reserves the right to close this position early in the event that they receive a high volume of suitable applicants.

Queen Margaret’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons and candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure & Barring Service and will be asked to bring certain documents to interview to confirm their identity.

Further Information

https://www.theisba.org.uk/vacancies/vacancy?id=16261