Salary Range: Grade P (SCP 37 – 41) £32,164 486 to £36, 019 379 per annumCirca £40k
We are looking to appoint a highly motivated Academy Business Manager who possesses sound leadership and management skills along with financial expertise. This is an excellent opportunity to join St Aidan’s Church of England Academy which is continually looking to improve.
The successful candidate will be a part or fully qualified accountant. They will have a successful track record as a senior manager in a complex organisation, and will lead the development and implementation of the Academy’s financial and business support functions.
The successful applicant will be someone who has:
o Previous experience in a similar role
o The ability to analyse complex data, design and produce comprehensive reports that meet the differing needs of stakeholders (teachers, governors, parents and others)
o Advanced MS Excel knowledge
o Excellent organisational, time management and planning skills including the ability to be flexible in order to achieve targets
o The ability to work under pressure, prioritising and managing expectations
o Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability motivate, persuade and negotiate.
Applications are invited from prospective candidates in education or public sector settings who are able to demonstrate that they are able to meet the essential criteria set out in the person specification.
Further details and an application form are available from Alex Simpson, PA to Principal, Tel: 01325 373778 or Email:
Applications must be returned to Alex Simpson via the email above or post to St Aidan’s Church of England Academy, Hundens Lane, Darlington, DL1 1LL.
Closing Date: Noon, Monday 5th February
Interview Date: TBC
The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The post is subject to a successful DBS clearance and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before an appointment is confirmed.
/ St Aidan’s Church of England AcademyHundens Lane, Darlington
DL1 1LL
Phone: (01325) 373770
Principal: Mrs N Gibbon