School Business Leader

We are seeking a School Business Leader to join our team at Everest Community Academy, part of Bourne Education Trust.

Everest Community Academy is a thriving secondary school at the heart of its local community, proudly serving families across Basingstoke and the surrounding area.

Our core values aspire, enrich, belong, shape everything we do. We are unapologetically ambitious for our students and committed to delivering the highest standards of education. Our goal is to be the school of choice for local families, recognised for our inclusive ethos, strong academic outcomes, and unwavering belief in the potential of every child.

Our curriculum is broad, balanced, and designed to spark curiosity, raise aspirations, and foster a lifelong love of learning. We are equally focused on supporting students’ social and emotional development, equipping them with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

• Position:
  School Business Leader
• Contract:
  
  Full‑time, permanent
• Salary:
  Hampshire Grade F1 - F5 £ 41,983 - £46,564 (with some flexibility to recognise exceptional experience)

• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well‑being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on everyday spending (groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays) through the My Staff Shop platform
• Work‑life balance and family‑friendly policies and processes
• Free on‑site parking and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Occupational sick pay

• Work closely with the Trust’s central team and cluster leader to support setting the strategic financial and business direction of the relevant schools
• Negotiate and influence strategic decision‑making within the schools’ senior team
• Attend senior management/leadership team, full governing committee and appropriate governors’ sub‑committee meetings as necessary

• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience
• Accounting qualification or equivalent significant experience in financial management
• Proven track record of continuous professional development

• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocate for equality and inclusivity