About this role
Responsible to: Headteacher
The Pines School is seeking a committed and outstanding Finance and Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day financial operations of the school, including budget monitoring, payroll, procurement and financial reporting, supporting the continued development of high-quality provision for pupils at the Pines.
About The Pines School
The Pines is an all-age, ASC-specific maintained Foundation Special School and part of the Birmingham Special Schools Cooperative Trust.
We currently have 290 pupils on role, all of whom have an EHCP and a diagnosis of Autism
Our vision is to create a safe and happy environment for children to develop lifelong communication skills to become valued members of modern-day society.
Protect We endeavour to create an atmosphere where our pupils feel safe.
Inspire We inspire our children to be the best they can.
Nurture We nurture our children’s individuality.
Embrace We celebrate our differences and give everyone a chance. Everyone is precious and included in our school.
Succeed We celebrate all achievements, no matter how big or small
The Pines is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment
The Role
Reporting to the Headteacher and working closely with governors and the Senior Leadership Team, you will operate, maintain and develop the school’s financial systems and compliance processes. This is a pivotal post that blends financial
management with premises, catering and personnel oversight. Ideal for someone who enjoys variety and making a tangible impact.
Key responsibilities include:
Managing day-to-day financial procedures, bank reconciliations, budgeting
and financial reporting to governors and leaders.
Preparing statutory returns and supporting annual budget planning and
long-term financial forecasting.
Overseeing premises management, contractor arrangements and site
maintenance planning.
Leading our catering function, including budget monitoring and line
management of catering staff.
Managing personnel administration, payroll liaison and confidential staff
records.
Supporting income generation through meal uptake, extracurricular clubs
and holiday provision
You will be supported by an approachable leadership team and engaged
governing body in a school that values creativity, inclusion and continuous
improvement.
About you — the ideal candidate
We are looking for someone who can combine technical skill with warmth,
discretion and a commitment to our ethos. You will be someone who:
Has demonstrable experience of school or public-sector finance or
equivalent financial management experience.
Can produce clear, accurate budgets, reconciliations and financial reports
and translate these into practical actions.
Is confident managing payroll processes, purchasing, contracts and
insurance matters.
Is highly organised, methodical and able to manage competing priorities with
calm and diplomacy.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong
working relationships with staff, governors, parents and external partners.
Shows a commitment to inclusion and safeguarding and understands the
importance of confidentiality and data protection.
Is open to continuous professional development and contributing to
whole-school improvement.
We Can Offer You
A supportive and collaborative leadership structure
A strong commitment to professional development, coaching and mentoring
Opportunities to develop leadership experience
The chance to make a significant difference to pupils’ learning and life
outcomes
Opportunities to lead on whole-school financial improvements with clear
impact.
Strong local governance and a supportive Headteacher committed to staff
development.
Professional development aligned to our school priorities and your role
responsibilities.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all necessary pre-employment checks, including: an enhanced DBS; Prohibition
check; Childcare Disqualification (where applicable); qualifications (where applicable); medical fitness; identity and right to work. All applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. Online checks will be carried out prior to interview.
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact Natalie Ford (Senior Office Manager) to book a visit.
Telephone: 0121 464 6136
Email: [email protected]
Application packs are available through the My New term website and also on the
school website.
All shortlisted candidates will undergo online checks prior to interview
Closing date: 5th June 2026
Interview: 11th & 12th of June