Chief Finance Officer, St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust

We are looking for an exceptional individual to join the Central Services team at St Oscar Romero Catholic Academy Trust, as our Chief Financial Officer. We are a growing Trust and currently have four secondary schools and twelve primary schools. We are a growing Trust and are supported by the Archdiocese of Southwark to grow to thirty-five schools over the next three to five years.

The Chief Financial Officer will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of our academies. We are seeking an individual who possesses not only exceptional financial acumen but also a passion for fostering a positive and innovative environment where both students and staff can thrive. Our Catholic ethos and mission is at the heart of everything we do and we expect candidates to share and embrace those values.

• Have extensive previous experience of working as part of an Executive Leadership Team.
• Be able to communicate complex financial concepts to a diverse audience and who shares our commitment to transparency and accountability.
• Play a key role in shaping the strategy of the Trust and ensuring that strong financial practices and strategy are embedded within all strategic planning.
• Align to the mission, vision and values of St Oscar Romero and the Diocese.

• Opportunity to work within a highly skilled and supportive team
• A commitment to continue with national pay, terms and conditions
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme
• Staff benefits including a cycle to work scheme
• Opportunities for personal and professional growth and access to our Training Portal
• Opportunity to join a growing Trust

Applications should be emailed to  to reach us no later than 9am on Monday 23rd February 2026.