Senior Finance Business Partner

Do you want your work to genuinely make a difference to young people’s lives? At St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust , we are seeking a Senior Finance Business Partner to play a pivotal role in supporting our academies and senior leaders to deliver outstanding outcomes across our Trust. This is a full time and permanent position. About the Role This is far more than a traditional finance role. As a key member of our central finance team, you will: Partner with school leaders and senior stakeholders to provide strategicfinancial insight Support decision-making that directly enhances educational outcomes and operational effectiveness Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning across a diverse portfolio Challenge, influence, and support leaders to ensure best value and sustainable growth You’ll operate at the heart of the organisation, combining technical expertise with strong relationship-building to drive performance and innovation. About You We’re looking for someone who: Is a credible and confident finance professional (qualified or part-qualified) Has the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insight Builds strong partnerships and can influence at all levels Demonstrates integrity, sound judgement, and a proactive mindset Is motivated by making a meaningful difference in a values-driven organisation Experience in education or the charitable sector is welcome but not essential. What matters most is your ability to lead, collaborate, and deliver impact. About Our Trust St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust brings together 25 schools across 5 regions, serving diverse communities across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, Derby City, Staffordshire and Stockport. Rooted in our Catholic values, everything we do is driven by a simple purpose to provide the very best opportunities and outcomes for every child we serve, andwe combine strong collaboration with a shared ambition to deliver excellence—spiritually, academically, and socially. Why Join Us? We offer a compelling package designed to support your development and wellbeing: A starting salary of £51,536 per annum, increasing to £55,565 in annual increments (Band S3, Scale Points 40-44). A hybrid working environment. Outstanding professional development through our Leadership Academy and trusted partnerships. Real career progression across a growing Trust and wider Diocesan network (84 academies). 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling support. Highly competitive pension schemes (LGPS or TPS with generous employer contributions). Nationally aligned pay and conditions for fairness and consistency Ready to find out more? For an informal conversation about the role, please contact: Andrea Felton, Chief Financial Officer, 0300 369 0553 For more information about our Trust and our Academies, please visit www.srscmat.co.uk Join us and be part of something bigger