GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust)
Interim Director of Finance & Operations
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Interim Director of Finance & Operations (DFO)
Employer: Howell's School - GDST
Location: Cardiff, Cardiff
Contract Type: Fixed term contract
Hours: Full Time
Contract Length: 6 months
Salary: TBC
Posted: 8th July 2026
Start Date: 21st September 2026
Expires: 24th July 2026 05:00 PM
Contract Type: Fixed term contract
Start Date: 21st September 2026
Job ID: 1564468
We are seeking an Interim Director of Finance & Operations (DFO) to join Howell's School, Llandaff, one of the UK's leading independent schools and part of the Girls' Day School Trust.
Reporting to the Head and serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Interim DFO will provide strategic leadership across the school's finance and operations functions, including estates, facilities, IT, HR and compliance. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who can quickly build relationships, provide stability and deliver immediate impact in a busy and ambitious school.
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We are looking for an experienced senior leader with a strong track record in finance and operations, ideally gained within education or another complex organisation. You will bring sound commercial judgement, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the school and the wider GDST.
This appointment is offered on an initial six-month fixed-term contract whilst the school recruits its permanent Director of Finance & Operations. Interim candidates are welcome to express an interest in the permanent opportunity should they wish.
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- Howell's -DFO Job Description
The Girls’ Day School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection checks appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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