Chief Financial Officer Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST)

Chief Financial Officer Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST) Contract: Full-time, permanent Salary: £98,040 - £117,064 Accountable to: Chief Executive Officer Location: BEST House, Shefford, Bedfordshire Start date: September 2026 Bedfordshire Schools Trust (BEST) is a high-performing and growing multi-academy trust providing exceptional education across 11 schools and five nurseries. We serve more than 8,000 children from nursery through to advanced level study and employ over 1,000 staff. Driven by clear values and a strong sense of purpose, we are committed to putting children first, working collaboratively, and delivering high-quality community-based education. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an outstanding Chief Financial Officer to lead our financial strategy and ensure long-term sustainability. As Chief Financial Officer, you will provide strategic leadership for all aspects of finance across the Trust. You will work closely with the CEO, Board of Trustees and school leaders to support delivery of BEST''s vision and strategic priorities. You will ensure that financial planning, reporting and controls are robust, transparent and aligned to improving educational outcomes. You will lead the central finance team and provide expert advice to academy and nursery leaders, enabling them to focus on delivering excellence in education. You will play a key role in Trust growth, including financial due diligence for new schools joining BEST, and in strengthening systems, ..... full job details .....