Finance Manager

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Whetley Academy are looking to appoint a Finance Manager to join our academy in October 2025 on a full time, permanent basis.

Your role

As the Finance Manager, you will support the Head of Academy through the provision of financial support and information, directly or with the support of other members of the administration team. You will ensure the academy’s financial management is sound and procedures are adhered to with relevant reports submitted to the central Delta finance department in accordance with deadlines.

Hours : 37 hours per week / Term Time only plus 20 Days (42 Weeks) / Permanent

Please see the attached job description on our website for the essential criteria and more information about the role.

Your new school

Whetley Academy is a dynamic and forward thinking three form entry school where staff and children are supported and encouraged to reach their full potential. We serve a vibrant, diverse community with families from different ethnic backgrounds. Our children are proud to be at Whetley and we celebrate the many cultures and ethnicities we have. Students are respectful and caring towards their peers and adults.

Our recent Ofsted report continues to grade us as a ‘Good’ School (Sept 23), with the report stating that pupils play and learn harmoniously. As a larger than average Primary Academy with approximately 500 pupils on roll, spanning from a 2 year old provision (Little Acorns) through to KS2, located in the Girlington area of Bradford, our historic site provides excellent facilities while preserving the history of our original buildings.

Whetley Academy is continuing to improve in its approach to teaching and learning. Our recent Ofsted report commented that curriculum development is a priority and that staff receive training and coaching to understand and teach the curriculum well. Pupils’ personal development is woven through the curriculum, with emphasis on cultural awareness and future career opportunities.

Collaborative opportunities with Delta schools and access to CPD are available to support your career development. We work with the local community, offer parent classes and a community Pantry for all to benefit from.

Why join us?

Staff across the trust are talented and enthusiastic, contributing to the trust’s success. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an outstanding team within a high performing multi academy trust with exciting career prospects for successful applicants. The Trust offers a wide range of employee benefits focusing on Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing.

Benefits (examples)

Financial Wellbeing

• Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology scheme and Vehicle Leasing Scheme
• Access to an extensive discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing

Mental Wellbeing

Holiday Entitlement : minimum 37 days (pro rata for part time) including statutory Bank Holidays.

For more information and to apply for this position please visit our website at https : / / www.deltatrust.org.uk / careers-with-delta /

Interview Date : 6 October 2025

Safeguarding : An online search will be completed on all shortlisted applicants prior to interview; the Trust is committed to safeguarding and the successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks.

Delta Academies Trust is an equal opportunities employer and guarantees an interview to disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria. We may limit the number of interviews if application volume is high.

Connect with us on LinkedIn : https : / / www.linkedin.com / company / delta-academies-trust /

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