Business Manager

This is an exciting opportunity to join our school and growing Trust. The role will report directly to the Headteacher, being responsible for strategic planning including financial, HR, ICT, Health, Safety and estates to ensure the school makes the best possible use of the resources available.

The role will be key to the success of the school, and we seek a Business Manager who has a positive attitude, who cares about making a difference to the outcomes of our pupils and can take others along the journey with them.

The successful candidate will need to be a team player able to multi-task effectively, motivate others and demonstrate a commitment to achieving high standards.

Applicants with experience of working in the education sector are welcome to apply as are those with a business background. The ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team is essential. The post-holder will be a full and active member of the Senior Leadership Team of the school.

The role will be based at Thornton Primary School, but could involve some travel to our other schools within the Trust. This will be reasonable and appropriate to the role.

• Automatic enrolment into a Local Government Pension Scheme (employees can opt out if they choose to)
• Terms and conditions in line with national for educational support staff and a Focus-Trust pay and grading structure which applies to all support staff across the Trust
• Access to the employee assistance programme to support with great health and wellbeing for all
• Cycle to work schemes available
• Excellent opportunities for professional and career development

Focus-Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants should be aware that the recruitment process will include an assessment of your suitability to work with children and must be willing to undertake pre-employment checks. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Focus-Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcomes applications from underrepresented groups and ethnic minorities.