Education Finance & Resources

Farrer Barnes is a trusted name in education sector recruitment, specialising in the placement of finance and operational leadership professionals within schools, academies, multi-academy trusts (MATs), colleges, and universities across the UK.

With deep sector knowledge and an extensive candidate network, we support education providers by recruiting for critical roles such as:

  • Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)
  • School Business Managers (SBMs)
  • Finance Directors
  • Chief Operating Officers (COOs)
  • Heads of Finance and HR
  • Governance and Compliance Leaders

We understand the unique challenges of education finance — from funding complexities and budget accountability to regulatory demands and stakeholder engagement. Our consultative approach ensures we match institutions with candidates who not only have the right technical expertise but also a passion for making an impact in the public sector.

Whether you’re a trust looking to strengthen your leadership team or a candidate ready to take the next step in your education finance career, Farrer Barnes is your recruitment partner of choice.

A selection of our recent successes are below:

Education Clients

Active jobs

Trust Management Accountant

London
£55000 - £65000 per annum
My client is an education trust, based in South London. They are looking to recruit a Management Accountant to join their finance team. Supporting the...

Trust Management Accountant

London
£50000 - £60000 per annum
My client is an education trust, based in South London. They are looking to recruit a Management Accountant to join their finance team. Supporting the...

School Finance Officer

Mid Kent
£14 - £16 per hour, Benefits: Hybrid Working
My client, a long-established school based in the Tenterden area, are looking to recruit a School Finance Assistant to join the finance team on a...

School Business Manager

South Kent
£28 - £30 per hour, Benefits: Hybrid Working
My client, a school in the Ashford area is now looking to recruit a School Business Manager on a temporary basis with a view to...

School Finance Manager

South Kent
£28 - £30 per hour, Benefits: Hybrid Working
My client is a School based in Ashford area and they are now looking to recruit a Finance Manager to support the strategic and operational...

Part Time Nursery Business Manager

London
£15 - £20 per hour
My client, a Nursery School in South London is now looking to recruit a Business Manager on a part time basis. This is a significant  ...

Payroll Advisor

East Kent
£30000 - £40000 per annum
About The Company: Our client is a well-established and forward-thinking organisation with a strong reputation in their sector. They are currently seeking an experienced professional...

School Estates Manager

Kent / London Borders
£50000 - £60000 per annum
My client is a long established school, looking to recruit an Estates Manager to their team. The role will lead, coordinate, and oversee the estate...

Meet our Education Finance & Resources Team

Mark Taylor

Mark Taylor

Senior Consultant - Education Finance Recruitment