Chief Financial Officer

  • Herts for Learning Ltd.
  • Watford, Hertfordshire
  • Feb 12, 2026
Full time Banking

Job Description

The Chief Finance Officer (CFO) position offers the successful applicant an exciting opportunity to be part of the Trust's future, where collaboration and partnership are believed to be the key to its success. The Agora is a place where we 'work together, learn together, succeed together'.

This role will appeal to an ambitious and enthusiastic professional, motivated by the opportunity to impact positively on children's outcomes, Partnership-wide. The position will suit an individual who can lead and manage all financial aspects of the Trust's work and play a lead role in setting the Trust's strategic direction. The CFO will have the opportunity to drive change within the Trust's finance function and its Academies, to bring greater efficiency and effectiveness in the way the Trust carries out its business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Ensure the finance service underpins the Trust's work, resulting in improved outcomes for children
  • Take responsibility for the financial performance of the Trust and ensure the Trust remains financially viable
  • Ensure the appropriate use of public funds and financial compliance, Trust-wide
  • Oversee the delivery, evaluation and development of the Trust's finance function, including the finance service provided to the Trust's Academies
  • Play a full and active role as a member of the Agora Learning Partnership's Leadership Team
  • Be accountable to the Trust Board and support the Trust to make informed financial decisions

If you believe you would make a positive addition to our supportive, professional and friendly team, and that you can lead improvement in the Trust's operations, then we look forward to receiving your application via My New Term: