Interim DSG & High Needs Finance Lead

Vivid Resourcing Ltd. is helping a local authority recruit a senior finance professional to manage Dedicated Schools Grant (DSG) High Needs Block deficits.

You will lead modelling of reforms, oversee the High Needs Stability Grant mechanics, and shape the council's deficit recovery plan with high-level governance and tight controls. The role requires CCAB-qualified accounting expertise and credibility with Schools Forum, Cabinet and senior Members.