School Resource Business Partner (Full Time)

New Start; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City Of Doncaster Council is hiring a School Resource Business Partner to provide strategic oversight, professional leadership and operational support across a group of schools. You will work with Headteachers, School Resource Managers and the central team to advise and improve business services across the Trust.

You will implement consistent processes, build capacity and coach school teams, while providing hands-on support during transitions.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in business management within education.
• Ability to lead across multiple schools and work with Heads and central teams.
• Strong knowledge of operational compliance and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight and operational support across a group of schools.
• Advise Headteachers, School Resource Managers and central team on business services.
• Lead implementation of consistent processes and high standards; travel across schools.

Job description

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School Resource Business Partner

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Salary

£48,738 - £51,928

Expires

06/11/2026

Company

City Of Doncaster Council

Location

Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Job Type

Full Time

This is an exciting opportunity to join a multi award winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team that serves amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016 and is growing to shortly have 25 schools across South Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire.

We are a thriving, forward thinking and innovative Trust with a long-standing commitment to servant leadership, diversity and difference. We are committed and invested to our vision of "Learning together, to be the best we can be" which is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families.

To see a copy of our most recent prospectus, annual report and workforce engagement statements please visit our website.

This Opportunity

As a School Resource Business Partner, you will be managed by the Central Trust team and provide strategic oversight, professional leadership and operational support across a group of schools. You will work closely with Headteachers, School Resource Managers and the central team to advise and support on all aspects of business services. Successful applicants will play a central role in bringing genuine added value to the way our schools operate.

You will lead the implementation of consistent processes and high standards across schools, build capacity and resilience by coaching and developing school-based teams, and provide hands-on operational support during periods of transition, absence or increased demand. The role will also contribute to strategic planning and the continuous improvement of business services across the Trust. Post holders will have a designated base. Travel across schools will be required, and expenses are claimable from the base location.

We are looking for confident, proactive, strengths-based and solution-focused professionals with significant experience in business management roles. You will bring strong knowledge of operational compliance, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. A collaborative approach and a commitment to our Trust values are essential, along with a passion for supporting high-quality education for all pupils.

In return, we can offer a supportive and forward-thinking employer with a clear vision and values, opportunities for professional development and career progression, and a collaborative and dynamic working environment. This is a role where your expertise will make a real difference to our schools and the communities we serve.

What you can expect from us

Wellbeing – Pay – Careers and Training – Annual Leave and Flexibility

• Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice and an option to top up to private healthcare via corporate membership of a healthcare plan.
• Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services
• Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme with Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching giving you the opportunity to grow and develop your career
• An Induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence and enthusiasm
• The ability to contribute to and share quality practice with other professional TAs, Teachers and the wider team
• Internal opportunities across the Trust academies and to work with specialised leaders in education on nationally recognised projects
• Flexible working policies
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff

In line with safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), curriculum vitae (CV’s) will only be accepted alongside a full application form.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Kerry Veall, Operations Service Manager [e-mail]

Further information can be found on our website Nexus Multi Academy Trust | Learning together, to be the best we can be

Company: City Of Doncaster Council

Salary: £48,738 - £51,928

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Sector: Education

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Sector: Business

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