Required from: November 2025 We are seeking applications from accomplished and strategic leaders to join Northwood College for Girls as Director of Finance and Operations. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping the long-term development of a well-established school in the GDST network, and to contribute at the heart of a purposeful and high-performing senior leadership team. This is a key senior leadership post, reporting directly to the Head and forming part of the school''s Senior Leadership Team. The DFO is responsible for the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of all non-teaching operations, including finance and accounting, estates and facilities, IT, HR, administration, health and safety, catering, cleaning, and school transport. The successful candidate will act as a trusted strategic partner to the Head, with a key role in driving operational excellence, inspection readiness, and long-term planning. With oversight of finance, compliance, infrastructure and services, the DFO will ensure that the school''s resources and support functions are aligned with its strategic objectives and educational vision. Key responsibilities include: Leading all aspects of school finance, including budget preparation, management accounts, payroll, and financial planning in collaboration with the GDST Finance team Managing the estates and facilities function, including site operations, capital projects, compliance, and sustainability initiatives Line