Wolverhampton Grammar School (WGS) is seeking a visionary Director of Finance to join its Senior Management Team. This is a rare opportunity to shape the financial future of a school whose mission is a education that transforms lives as well as minds.

Overview

As Director of Finance, you will lead the strategic financial management of the School, ensuring robust governance, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. You will play a key role in enabling the School’s transformational educational experience through sound financial stewardship and collaborative leadership.

Responsibilities

• Strategic financial planning and reporting
• Analysis to support decision making at board level
• Estates and IT infrastructure support
• Risk management and statutory compliance
• Governance and company secretarial duties
• HR and operational leadership

What We’re Looking For

• A strong commercial focus with experience in leading transformation and driving growth opportunities across evolving horizons
• Proven expertise in financial governance and cost control
• Strategic vision aligned with educational values
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative and innovative mindset
• Experience in managing complex projects and operational systems

Why WGS

• Education as individual as your child – tailored learning supported by expert staff and small class sizes
• Academic excellence and innovation – a flexible curriculum and leadership in educational technology
• Social responsibility and community – empowering students to make a difference
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion – creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all
• Wellbeing and personal development – for both students and staff

As Director of Finance, you will be instrumental in delivering our strategic aims:

• To improve and grow our School
• To look after and develop our people
• To have a positive impact on our surroundings [Vision & Aims - WGS]

Apply Now

If you are ready to make a lasting impact in a school that blends tradition with innovation, we invite you to apply. If you’d like to discuss the opportunity, or request the candidate pack please reach out to the team at Trinity House Group via lauren.dequincey@trinityhousegroup.com or call 07375662603.

Visit wgs.org.uk to learn more about our vision and values.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

• Primary and Secondary Education