About this role
Chief Finance Officer
Full Time
36 Hours per week, 52 Weeks per year
BEX21.1-21.4
Required for September 2026
The Headteacher and Trust Board of Townley Grammar School Trust invites applications for the post of Chief Finance Officer at our outstanding, selective girls’ grammar school.
Townley Grammar School is an oversubscribed, high-achieving, selective school with Academy Status and a co-educational Sixth Form (NOR: 1,460, including a thriving Sixth Form of 440 students). Having secured an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ judgement in February 2023, we continue to provide an exciting and enriching educational experience for both students and staff.
The successful applicant will be an ambitious leader with the vision and expertise to fulfil the requirements of a Chief Finance Officer within a high-performing environment. Working closely with the CEO/Headteacher, you will play a pivotal role in the strategic development of the school.
What we offer:
• A vibrant, intellectually stimulating environment.
• A wealth of extra-curricular activities and a commitment to holistic education.
• The opportunity to lead and innovate within a school that prides itself on both its traditions and its forward-thinking approach.
Further details and an application form are available on the school website:https://www.townleygrammar.org.uk/join-us/working-with-us/staff-vacancies/
Prospective applicants are welcome to visit the school by prior arrangement from Thursday 11th June. You will meet the Headteacher and be taken on a tour. Please contact HR, hr@townleygrammar.org.uk if you wish to visit.
This will not form a part of the selection process.
Closing date for Applications: 12:00pm (noon), Wednesday 17th June 2026.
Interviews to be held the week commencing 22nd June 2026.