Employer: Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Job Title: Finance Business Partner
Location: United Kingdom
Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 per annum
Job Type: Full-time
Contract: Fixed term – 12 months
Working Pattern: Full-time | Hybrid
Closing Date: 01 September 2025
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity to join Sheffield Children’s as a Finance Business Partner, working with the Care Group Management Team.
The role provides strategic financial leadership to help deliver high-quality clinical services for children and young people.
This is an important time to join the Trust as refreshed clinical strategies and the Value Improvement Programme are being implemented, working with clinical teams to maximise quality and value.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading financial planning, monthly reporting, and business case development.
Driving adoption of service line and patient-level costing.
Helping shape the finance team’s training agenda.
Supporting an inclusive, collaborative culture.
About You
The Trust is looking for a dynamic finance professional with:
CCAB or CIMA qualification (or equivalent experience).
NHS financial and operational knowledge.
Skills in planning, reporting, and analysis.
Communication and influencing skills.
Commitment to collaboration and continuous improvement.
Main Duties of the Job
Reporting to the Finance Director, responsibilities include:
Provide strategic financial advice to the Care Group, aligning with Trust policies and goals.
Lead the annual financial planning cycle and support the development, implementation, and monitoring of business plans.
Deliver monthly financial reporting and forecasting, advising on actions to meet financial targets.
Oversee financial elements of business case development, applying financial appraisal techniques and advising on funding models and risks.
Work with managers and clinicians to identify efficiency opportunities and deliver cost improvement plans.
Drive implementation of service line reporting and patient-level costing, embedding these into routine financial management.
About Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Purpose: to provide healthier futures for children and young people.
Strategic aims: Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, Leaders in Children’s Health.
Services delivered in partnership across local, regional, and national levels, covering both acute and community healthcare.
Many clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
Key Highlights
Ranked among the top five NHS trusts in England in the NHS Staff Survey.
Top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire.
73% of colleagues recommend Sheffield Children’s as a place to work.
Nearly 4,000 colleagues living the Trust’s CARE values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
As the Trust approaches its 150th anniversary in 2026, priorities include improving patient and staff experiences, community health, and continuing leadership in children’s healthcare.
Employee Benefits
Generous annual leave and pension schemes.
Health and wellbeing programmes.
Exclusive discounts.
Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace.
Job Description
Please refer to the official job description and person specification for full details.
Additional Information:
Sheffield Children’s uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage (£12.60/hour).
Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion – creating a workplace where everyone belongs.
For feedback on inclusive practices, contact the Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
CCAB or CIMA qualified.
Master’s Degree or equivalent experience.
Desirable
Evidence of ongoing professional development.
Experience
Essential
Recent experience in a senior finance role.
Highly computer literate, strong Microsoft Office skills.
Staff management and development experience.
Desirable
NHS finance experience in an acute hospital.
Use of Integra finance system and Crystal reporting software.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
Strong analytical, strategic, and financial planning skills.
Advanced understanding of NHS financial challenges.
Ability to present and interpret complex financial data.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Desirable
Knowledge of Service Line Management principles.
Project management experience.
Personal Attributes
Strong communication and influencing skills.
Ability to inspire confidence and lead by example.
Team player and self-motivator.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: Required.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from candidates requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome.
UK Registration: Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.
How to Apply
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