School Business Manager

We are looking for maternity cover for a School Business Manager for our outstanding Schools (Cover period 7th December 2026 to 30th July 2027)

The Role

Responsible for the strategic approach to Financial Resource Management/Facility & Property Management/ Health & Safety Management within the Northern Hub of the Eden Academy Trust, this is an academy trust for specialist schools who support young people with complex needs.

Promotes the highest standards of business ethos within the administrative function of the Southern Hub and strategically ensure the most effective use of resources in support of the Hubs learning objectives

Responsible for providing professional leadership and management of operational staff in partnership with teaching staff, to enhance their effectiveness in order to achieve improved standards of learning and achievement in the school.

Work pattern: 
This is full time, all year-round post, working across schools in the Northern Hub (currently located in Hexham, Carlisle, Burrow-in-Furness and Workington). The post can be offered as hybrid.

The post will be mainly based at James Rennie School, Carlisle. Travel will be required to other sites to meet the needs of the business. 
Required to work such hours as necessary to meet the demands of the role with a minimum of 37 hours per week. 
Annual leave will be expected to be taken during the school holidays in negotiation with the Chief Operating Officer
Salary information: Band 10, point range 39-43.  £52,556 - £56,975 per annum
                                                                                         
Additional Information about our Trust and Schools

The Eden Academy Trust consists of five specialist schools and settings located in our Southern Hub and four specialist schools in our Northern Hub.  Our schools specialise in meeting the educational needs of children and young adults with a range of complex needs including those who are autistic, and those who have physical or sensory needs.

This is an opportunity to join the Eden Academy Trust as we grow. This role will support the Chief Operating Officer.

We would like to hear from candidates who:
•    have experience in finance, resource management, facilities management and Health and Safety
•    are experienced managers
•    are a proactive and a clear communicator
•    have an interest in education
•    can understand what best value means for our young people

We would welcome applications from candidates in the commercial sector as well those with relevant school experience.

Contact 
If you would like further information, or an informal conversation please contact [email protected]

Closing date : Midday, Friday 13th November 2026
Interviews : w/c 23rd November 2026

Full Job description and Person specification can be found on MyNewTerm, all applications must be made using the below link or visit the vacancies section of the James Rennie Website:
https://mynewterm.com/jobs/146250/EDV-2026-JRS-53751