ESCAT Deputy Finance Manager

Job Title: ESCAT Deputy Finance ManagerLocation: Waterlooville, Hampshire Salary: 33,178 to 45,076 (Grade E/F) per annum (negotiable depending on qualification and experience)Job Type: Permanent, Full time, 52 Weeks per yearStart Date: November 2025 or ASAPAbout the role:The Directors of the Edith Stein Catholic Academy Trust (ESCAT) are seeking to appoint a Deputy Finance Manager to join our hardworking, committed and enthusiastic team and to assist the Finance Manager in the smooth running of the finance function at Oaklands Catholic School and of the Trust.The pay band will be dependent on previous experience and the level of qualifications already held.The Directors are looking for someone who has a Level 4 AAT qualification or above, or working towards this. A proven track-record and experience in a finance role within an Academy Trust would be highly considered. Equally the Directors welcome applications from those with Finance management experience in the public sector.The Trust is happy to provide the required training and development opportunity for the right candidate leading towards completion of a higher level qualification as required. This will be dependent on previous experience and the level of qualifications already held.The successful candidate will initially work on providing financial management services across two schools and then other schools as they join the Trust and deputising for the Finance Manager when necessary.Key ..... full job details .....