Airedale Academy is a mixed, non-selective, non-denominational secondary school in West Yorkshire, serving pupils from the ages of 11 to 16. The secondary school, situated in Airedale, Castleford has students on record. It is part of Castleford Trust.
Castleford Trust is a dynamic and inclusive Multi Academy Trust, consisting of nine schools across all phases: three secondary academies, two primary academies, two junior academies and two infant academies. All of the academies are located within the geographical area of Wakefield, forming a medium-sized trust with a strong community feel.
At Castleford Trust, our vision is &«Working together to achieve excellence for all. We are deeply committed to ensuring every child reaches their full potential and that no child is left behind. Our Trust is an exceptional place to work, offering a supportive and dedicated team of staff who share a common goal of making a difference to the life chances of pupils. We take great pride in developing and nurturing talent by providing extensive opportunities for staff training and professional development.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, dynamic, motivated, and able Business Manager to provide leadership and management of the Academy's strategic and business resources, alongside Academy and Trust Leaders.
You will:
1. Provide strategic leadership and development of resources and business functions of the academy and its premises.
2. Provide outstanding operational management for all aspects of business services, including finance, facilities and estates management, school administration, catering and health and safety.
3. Influence strategic decision making within the Senior Leadership Team at Airedale Academy and across the Trust Business Team.
4. Maintain an up to date understanding of relevant educational issues, policies, and legislation; and incorporate the implications within the operation of your role.
5. Ensure that the academy has effective financial management and that all appropriate financial systems are in place to ensure accurate financial records are maintained in accordance with agreed Trust policies and timetables.
6. To take overall responsibility for the planning and co-ordination of trips across the Academy, ensuring relevant risk assessments for each trip are carried out and submitted using the relevant system.
7. Investigate and implement activities to attract additional sources of funding.
8. Develop, establish, and manage effective procedures for site management and maintenance.
9. Act as the academy's Lead Person for Health & Safety and as Fire Officer, advising on all Health & Safety matters, including measures in the event of emergencies.
10. Ensure systems are in place for effective monitoring, measuring, and reporting of health and safety issues to the Senior Leadership Team, Trust leaders, and where appropriate, the Health & Safety Executive.
11. Support Trust Leaders by identifying and managing priorities within the Estates Strategy for the academy.
12. Lead and develop the whole school administrative function.
13. Motivate and facilitate teamwork and good practice in order to achieve excellent standards of service delivery.
14. Monitor the effectiveness of the support staff to meet the needs of the academy.
You will be:
15. An outstanding leader.
16. Inspirational, dedicated, and motivated.
17. Dedicated to being the best you can be.
18. Committed to Castleford Academy Trust vision and values.
19. Committed to achieving the best for every pupil.
20. Supportive of the maintenance and enhancement of the academy's ethos and mission through own outstanding professional conduct and high expectations of others.
21. Able to provide an active contribution to the wider part of Academy life.
As part of our team at Airedale Academy, you will have access to a comprehensive package of wellbeing support designed exclusively for schools, providing access to a team of in-house wellbeing experts, counsellors, nurses, and physiotherapists.
Airedale Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. For all positions at Airedale Academy, you are required to complete a Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check prior to appointment.
Application forms can be downloaded from our website. Completed applications should be addressed to Mr Andy Percival, Headteacher at the school address Crewe Road, Airedale, Castleford, WF10 3JU or via email to
Providing suitable interest, the closing date for applications is Monday 8th September at 8am, with interviews taking place shortly afterwards.