At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial planning and support school operations to make a real difference.
- Company: Join a vibrant academy community focused on children, staff, and families.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, full-time or part-time options, and a supportive environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth and making a positive impact in the community.
- Why this job: Be part of a leadership team that shapes the future of education.
- Qualifications: Strong financial and people management skills; school experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking to appoint an Academy Business Partner to work at both Dunchurch Junior and St Bartholomew's C of E Academies. This is a truly varied role that provides an opportunity to make a difference to children, staff, families and communities. The successful candidate will work side by side with the headteacher as a member of the academy’s leadership team, ensuring the smooth and safe running of the school’s operations.
Working Hours
Full‑time applicants will work across both academies, or two part‑time post holders may cover one academy each with a flexible pattern (e.g. four short days, three full days). Flexibility in hours is available for part‑time roles.
Responsibilities
- Providing senior financial leadership: financial planning, budgeting and reporting to secure financial sustainability.
- Managing staff through effective leadership, fostering team performance, and leading HR initiatives.
- Supporting strategy, facilities management and compliance.
Qualifications
- Highly self‑motivated with a can‑do attitude and the ability to use own initiative.
- Proven budget, finance and people‑management experience.
- Demonstrated leadership of others and effective teamwork skills.
- Experience working in a school environment is beneficial.
- A commitment to creating the right infrastructure to support children and staff.
Academy Business Partner - St Bartholomew’s and Dunchurch Boughton JuniorEDV/2026/DBCEJA/13455 employer: DIOCESE OF COVENTRY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST
As an Academy Business Partner at St Bartholomew’s and Dunchurch Boughton Junior, you will join a supportive and collaborative leadership team dedicated to enhancing the educational experience for children and their families. Our work culture prioritises flexibility, allowing for tailored working hours that suit your lifestyle while fostering professional growth through hands-on leadership opportunities in financial management and strategic planning. With a commitment to community engagement and a focus on creating a positive impact, this role offers a rewarding chance to contribute meaningfully to the lives of students and staff alike.
Contact Details:
DIOCESE OF COVENTRY MULTI ACADEMY TRUST Recruitment Team
