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High Needs Block Sustainability Finance Lead
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 375 - 500 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: South West
Expire in: a month
Job Description
High Needs Block Sustainability Finance Lead
A Local Authority in the South West is looking to appoint a talented High Needs Block Sustainability Finance Lead on an Interim basis and have partnered with Spencer Clarke Group to find the successful candidate.
What's on offer:
Day Rate: £375 - £500 - negotiable based on experience
Please submit your CV with the rate you require
Remote Working
3-6 Month Initial Contract
Contract Type: Full-time interim
Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 (flexible working considered)
About the role:
Based in the South West (Hybrid):
The Council is seeking an experienced, strategic finance professional to lead the financial workstream of its High Needs Sustainability Programme.
This pivotal role will guide the authority's approach to addressing a significant High Needs Block (HNB) deficit, shaping long-term financial planning across SEND services and ensuring robust financial governance of a budget of approximately £73m.
You will act as the Council's professional lead for all HNB-related financial strategy, analysis, modelling and assurance, working closely with senior leaders, Schools Forum and delivery partners to drive sustainable change across the SEND system.
Responsibilities:
Lead the development of sustainability-led financial management principles for the High Needs Block.
Provide expert strategic financial advice to senior leaders, elected members and Schools Forum.
Maintain and own medium-term financial planning for SEND and Inclusion.
Produce detailed financial forecasts, modelling, cost-avoidance metrics and scenario planning.
About you:
You will have the following experience:
Fully CCAB qualified (CIPFA, ACCA, ICAEW, ICAS or equivalent).
Extensive experience within Local Authority Children's Services or Education Finance.
Proven background leading financial transformation or savings-driven programmes.
Strong understanding of High Needs Block funding, DSG regulations and SEND finance frameworks.
Advanced capability in financial modelling, analysis and forecasting.
Experience working with senior stakeholders to align financial sustainability with policy and operational change.
DBV or Safety Valve programme experience is highly desirable.This is an exceptional opportunity to influence long-term SEND sustainability within a complex and high-impact financial environment.
How to apply
Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
Due to the high volume of applications, it may not be possible to respond to every applicant. If you are not contacted, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.
About Spencer Clarke Group
Here at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will provide expert career advice along the way.
When you join us, you will receive:
Access to a wide range of interim and permanent opportunities
Free DBS checks
Post-placement aftercare
Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionalsWe offer a market-leading referral scheme of up to £300, so if you know someone who may be interested, please ask them to email their CV to Brad at , remembering to include your details.
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