Finance Manager
Job Title: Finance Manager
Belmont Park School – Specialist SEMH School
Location: Waltham Forest
Salary: P03
Contract Type: Part-time contract
Permanent Start Date: As soon as possible
“Every day, every lesson – a quality learning experience.
Belmont Park School is on an exciting journey of transformation, and we are looking for an experienced, Finance Manager.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a rapidly improving specialist SEMH provision and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people who deserve the very best from their education.
About Belmont Park School
Belmont Park is a specialist school for students aged 11–16, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) with a primary need of social, emotional and mental health (SEMH). Many students also present with co-occurring diagnoses such as ADHD, autism, anxiety.
We are a trauma-informed, relational school community where staff are committed to evidence-based approaches, meaningful connection with learners, and a relentless drive for progress.
Our Vision
At Belmont Park School, we are committed to evidence-based approaches, meaningful connection with learners, and a relentless drive for progress.
As a community, Belmont Park School is:
- A family , with roles and responsibilities
- A knowledgeable and trauma informed team who use evidence based strategies to inform our practice.
- A team which leads in what we do and acts with intent
- A school where we hear the dreams and aspirations of our young people and we believe that they can all achieve.
We believe all students can achieve - and it is our job to remove barriers, provide the right support and inspire ambition.
The Role
- to promote the highest standard of business practice, providing the overall strategic and operational leadership and management of Belmont Park School finances and other core business services. The role involves working with the School’s Headteacher in their duty to ensure that the school meets their educational aims.
- The Finance Manager will be responsible for the strategic development of all business financial, administrative, facilities and operational aspects of the school; playing a pivotal role in ensuring Belmont Park School provides an excellent education. The Finance Manager promotes the highest standards of the School’s aims,objectives and ethos.
Required qualifications
- GCSE - English and Maths minimum Grade C/4
- Finance qualification or similar accreditation.
- Experience of work as a School Business Manager in a school or similar organisation.
- Financial knowledge and experience in ensuring excellent financial management, planning and forecasting.
We offer
- A rare opportunity to be part of a school at a key moment of growth and development
- A welcoming, committed and knowledgeable staff team.
- A school culture rooted in teamwork, trust and positive relationships
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- The chance to change lives, every single day
Interested?
We warmly welcome visits to the school - please contact us at kiran.ali@belmontpark.waltham.sch.uk or telephone 0208 556 0006 to arrange a visit or for an informal conversation with the Headteacher.
Please can all applications be emailed to kiran.ali@belmontpark.waltham.sch.uk
Closing Date: 04/07/2025
Interview Date: Week beginning: 07/07/2025
Belmont Park is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and other relevant employment checks.
We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that celebrates the richness of our community and believe that diversity strengthens the school community, enriches the educational experience for our students, and prepares them for success in a diverse world. We therefore actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those traditionally underrepresented in educational leadership roles.
Equal Opportunities
Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both, service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace. The Council is committed to meeting its 4 equality objectives: - Promoting equality of opportunity - Opposing all forms of discrimination, intolerance and disadvantage - Ensuring our workforce reflects the diverse communities of Waltham Forest at all levels. - Providing fair, appropriate, accessible and excellent Services to all. Respecting Diversity is a core Council value. To support the above and reduce the risk of bias in its recruitment activities, the council is operating an anonymous shortlisting process, which hides personal information that can identify individuals until their application has been considered for shortlisting. The council also operates a scheme whereby, for jobs graded up to and including scale SO2, internal candidates are considered first. This includes those candidates who self-identify as having a disability for the purposes of the Disability Confident scheme. For more information, please refer to our recruitment and selection policy
How to apply
Email address for return of applications kiran.ali@belmontpark.waltham.sch.uk