Finance Business Partner

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust, Chatham, ME4 6NR

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 December 2026

• Closing date

  20 September 2026 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 September 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: £39,493 - £47,014

What skills and experience we're looking for

Looking for career progression as a Finance Business Partner?

We have an exciting new role as a Finance Business Partner to join our Thinking Financial Team in managing our Kent hub of schools.As Finance Business Partner you will be supporting the strategic development of each designated academy by working closely with the Head of Business Operations, providing financial support and expertise.

The perfect candidate will be able to build strong relationships with school teams and leaders across the Trust, as well as with our external stakeholders. To succeed in the role the candidate will have the skills to be able to interpret data and produce trusted reports which make decisions clear.

We are able to offer hybrid working for this role upon completion of relevant training.

If you are for someone with drive to do the role, are self driven to achieve change and looking for an opportunity to be instrumental in transforming the life chances of thousands of students in Kent we can’t wait to hear from you!

What the school offers its staff

What our Trust will offer you:

Career Development: We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer a wide range of opportunities for career advancement. From staff development days and conferences to apprenticeships, we provide clear pathways for progression and promotional opportunities across our regions.

Health and Wellbeing Support: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, preferential access to Benenden Health, free flu vaccinations and eye care vouchers.

Employee Recognition:Referral Scheme, Long Service Awards and the TSTARS Recognition Programme.

TSAT Benefits Portal: A one-stop shop benefits hub that gives you access to a range of exclusive benefits including cashback from supermarkets and high street retailers, dental insurance scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym membership.

Blue Light Card:Offering exclusive discounts and savings at thousands of retailers, restaurants, and attractions.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email recruitment@tsatrust.org.uk

Applying for the job

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About The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: The Thinking Schools Academy Trust website
• Email address: tracy.pocock@tsatrust.org.uk
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/the-thinking-schools-academy-trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools consisting of both primary and secondary schools across Kent, Essex, Hampshire and the South West.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. Education is the key to transforming life chances and we support and develop every member of our community to:

o Think about their Thinking
o Be their Best self
o Shape their Success

In this way we transform life chances

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