The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a crucial role in our client's educational mission by providing strong financial stewardship and strategic leadership. Reporting to the Chief Executive and collaborating closely with the Board and Executive Team, the CFO will be responsible for shaping long-term financial strategy, ensuring sustainability, and making investment decisions that balance affordability with impact. This role will oversee Finance, Procurement, Estates, and IT, ensuring that resources, infrastructure, and systems are aligned with educational priorities and support high-quality provision across the Trust. The CFO will need to demonstrate sound judgement, clear insight, and the confidence to make difficult decisions in a complex and evolving environment.The CFO position at our client is a key leadership role that requires a strategic and professional approach to financial management. The successful candidate will need to have a deep understanding of financial strategy and be able to provide guidance on investment decisions that will benefit the organization in the long term. This role will involve working closely with the Chief Executive and other senior leaders to ensure that financial resources are allocated effectively and in line with the organization's educational goals. The CFO will need to have strong communication skills and the ability to navigate complex financial situations with confidence and clarity.