Stantonbury School is a fully inclusive school, located in north Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. We strive to do the best for our staff, pupils and parents. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious, forward thinking and self motivated individual with a positive and resourceful attitude.

If you are an experienced School Business Manager, and you want to work with a team committed to making a difference to the lives of the young people in our community, then we would like to hear from you!

The School Business Manager will support the Headteacher with the business support, resources management, Estates and HR functions of the school. They will contribute effectively to the senior team to ensure that the school is able to meet its educational aims under the leadership of the Headteacher and Director of Education. The role is one of a lead professional and will be a key member of the leadership team. The post holder will be responsible to the Headteacher but will also have opportunities to participate in activities across the Trust and network with other business professionals. The school has approximately 1400 students and 220 staff.

The successful candidate will:

Have a proven record of financial reporting, recording and monitoring, preferably with a recognisable qualification in School Business Management or an accountancy qualification
Have a sound understanding of HR and demonstrate the ability to support and manage a variety of teams across all areas of the School
Have high expectations, sound business judgment and be passionate about developing opportunities for the school
Provide robust financial management information to the Headteacher to ensure clarity and transparency on all key decisions and operations
Have an understanding of Estates management, capital projects, Health & Safety and Compliance protocols

In turn, we can offer you:

A Health Cash Plan and an Employee Assistance Programme
Training and development opportunities. All staff are encouraged to study further and the Trust will actively support relevant further qualifications through the apprenticeship levy
Generous pension package through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
A trust and school culture of belonging, development and cultivating excellence through the GROW programme
Preferential access to the Leisure Centre located on site

This role will be able to include some flexibility over working hours and patterns. Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK and hold a current driver’s licence.

Tove Learning Trust is a rapidly growing multi academy trust with 15 schools. The Trust schools have a shared vision and purpose: to deliver outstanding educational experiences that lead to inspiring outcomes. Each Academy has a strong individual identity and tailors their educational provision to serve their local community.

How to apply

All documents including the full job description, person specification and application form are available on our website https://www.tovelearning.org.uk/vacancies/current-vacancies Please ensure your application form and covering letter includes examples of your experience and how you meet the criteria outlined in the job description and person specification. Further information, requests to visit the school in advance of the interview or completed applications should be sent via email to hr@tovelearning.org.uk .

The Trustees of Tove Learning Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing Date: Monday 22nd June 2026 at 12 noonInterview date: Friday 26th June 2026

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