Finance Trustee | Alpha Academies Trust in Stoke-on-Trent

About the role

Alpha Academies Trust is seeking a finance-skilled Trustee to strengthen its board and help secure long-term sustainability, robust governance and excellent educational outcomes for the 4,000 children we serve across Stoke-on‑Trent.

As a Finance Trustee you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Trust’s strategy, sustainability, and long‑term planning.

Responsibilities

• Support oversight of the Trust’s financial strategy, reserves, risk and long‑term sustainability.
• Provide scrutiny and constructive challenge to ensure robust financial governance.
• Work closely with fellow Trustees to oversee growth, investment and capital planning.
• Help ensure resources are deployed effectively to maximise educational impact.
• Contribute to the Audit & Risk and/or Finance Committee, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Senior financial leadership experience (e.g. CFO/FD, Audit Partner, or equivalent).
• Understanding of financial strategy, sustainability, risk and audit.
• Ability to interpret complex financial information and advise non‑finance colleagues.
• Experience of working within, or advising, regulated or multi‑site organisations.
• Commitment to community impact and improving life chances for young people.
• Experience within education or the public sector is welcomed but not essential.

How to apply

To view the role description and person specification, please go to the ‘How to Apply’ tab above, fill in your details and download the role pack. For further information about the role or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultant at Peridot Partners. Submit your CV and supporting statement to response@peridotpartners.co.uk with the subject line “Application: Alpha Academies Trust – Finance Trustee”. Your application will be acknowledged within 2‑3 days. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references before any final offer can be made.

Timetable

• Closing date: 9 a.m. Wednesday 28th January 2026
• Candidates informed of outcome: Wednesday 4th February 2026
• Interviews: Monday 9th February 2026

Equality and diversity

We are an inclusive Trust and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Alpha Academies Trust is a Disability‑Confident Employer and commits to recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities. We encourage applicants to contact the HR team if reasonable adjustments are required during the application process.