School Business Manager (AF65)
Ash Field Academy, Leicester, LE5 4PY14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
13th April 2026
Closing date
11 March 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
25 February 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
- £39,939.00 - £42,699.00 Annually (FTE) Approximate annual salary £38,551.36 per annum
School Business Manager (AF65) job summary
School Business Manager
Ash Field Academy
Salary: Grade 11 Pay Point 27-30 (£39,939 - £42,699)
Approximate starting annual salary £38,551.36 per annum
Hours: 37 Hours per week; 44 Weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Thursday 08:00am to 16:00pm; Friday 08:00am to 15:30pm. These hours can be flexible.
About the Role:
Working to the Trust's operating model, the successful candidate will lead all the support functions of the school including Finance, Human Resources, Premises and Health & Safety. They will work closely with a Central Service Team and will provide day-to-day line management and leadership for non-educational staff on site including the Administration team, Site team and Catering team.
For the right candidate we will consider to support flexible working. We are driven to provide our young people with access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences. The education and experiences we offer our students equips them with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven and well-qualified leader to contribute significantly to the future direction and leadership of our 'Outstanding' special school. The successful candidate will be suitably qualified, for example having or working towards a qualification in School Business Management, or an equivalent qualification
Why choose Ash Field Academy:
Ash Field provides an outstanding education for our pupils and our values (Trust, Respect, Aspiration, Collaboration and Kindness) underpin everyday life. Our school motto is ‘Reach for Success’ and this is apparent with everything that we do. I am honoured to lead such a fantastic school where we are determined to support both children and staff as well as our school community in fulfilling their individual goals.
Our Achievements to date
Rated Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ July 2024
“Ash Field Academy is an inspirational school. All pupils at the school have special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). They face considerable barriers to their learning and development” - OFSTED
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain effective communication with staff, parents, local authority services, academy trust colleagues, contractors and users of school facilities.
- Liaise with local authority admissions and SEN services regarding pupil placements.
- Maintain and update school information systems including upgrades and year-end processes.
- Work with Central Services to implement best practice financial procedures.
- Ensure HR processes as delegated by the HR manager or Principal comply with Trust HR policies and statutory requirements.
- Ensure health and safety compliance, record keeping and risk assessment review.
- Attend management meetings, as required.
What We're Looking For
Qualifications:
- Level 2 Maths and English
Experience
Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong ICT, organisational and interpersonal skills
Experience with finance systems and budget management
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth & Support
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
- Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
- Highly committed and motivated Team
- A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
- A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits
- Flexible working options
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Defined benefit pension scheme
- Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
- Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
- Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
- Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
Additional Perks
- Free parking (limited spaces)
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Gym discounts
- Eyecare vouchers
- Dental support
- Retail discounts
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.
Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents.
More about Discovery Schools Trust
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
AI
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.
Apply Now!
If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Ash Field Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 4 to 19
- School size
- 157 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 4 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Ash Field Academy website
School location
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