Overview
Odyssey Collaborative Trust is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and experienced School Business Manager to support two of its schools: Asterdale Primary School and Oakwood Junior School.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the school’s administrative team, promoting a collaborative and accountable working environment
* Provide administrative and strategic oversight across key operational areas: Finance, HR, IT, Health & Safety, Premises, Facilities, and GDPR
* Ensure smooth and efficient office operations aligned with the school’s values and priorities
* Drive continuous improvement and build team capacity to support school effectiveness
* Maximise the use of resources to support the school’s development plan
* Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and deliver high standards of customer service
What the school offers its staff
* This role offers flexibility, with the option to work:
* Full-time (37 hours per week) across both schools
* Part-time (2 or 2.5 days per week) supporting one school
About the Trust
Odyssey Collaborative Trust is a locally focused and proactive organisation comprising seven primary schools, all situated to the north and east of Derby. The schools are located close to one another, enabling strong collaboration and shared values across the Trust.
You can find out more about what makes us unique here - www.odysseyct.org.uk/ceos-welcome
Further details about the role
If you’d like to discuss the role in more detail or have any questions please contact our Chief Operations Officer Anita Breeze on 07563025205 or email a.breeze@odysseyct.org.uk. Or Ian Dewes, Chief Executive Officer on 07708 475638 or email i.dewes@odysseyct.org.uk.
To apply, please complete the Application form and return to enquiries@odysseyct.org.uk
Starting Date: December 2025 (or as soon as possible)
Interview date: week commencing Monday 17th November
Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity
Odyssey Collaborative Trust is fully committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We have rigorous recruitment procedures that are designed to stop unsuitable candidates from being appointed. As the post is in regulated activity, the successful candidate will require enhanced DBS clearance and references will be taken before interview. Odyssey Collaborative Trust is committed to equality of opportunity in employment and services.
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