BUSINESS COORDINATOR

Commencing – September 2026

All Year Round

37.5 hours per week

Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm

Working pattern negotiable for the right candidate

Salary – £36,363 to £40,777 FTE

Are you someone who enjoys making sense of numbers, improving systems and helping organisations run more effectively? Do you want to play a key role in shaping how a growing school manages its finances, operations and future opportunities?

As Watling Academy continues to expand, including the recent launch of our Sixth Form, we are looking to strengthen our operational leadership. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a broad and influential role where your work will have a direct impact on how the school develops and sustains its success.

The Role

Watling Academy is seeking an ambitious Business Coordinator to play a central role in the delivery of the Academy’s finance and business operations. Working closely with the Head of Operations, you will provide the structure, insight and oversight needed to ensure systems are effective, sustainable and support informed decision-making across the school.

At the heart of the role is the ability to turn complex financial information into clear, meaningful insight. You will support budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes, ensuring leaders have the information they need to plan effectively and manage resources with confidence. You will also take ownership of key financial systems and processes, from purchasing and accounts payable through to ensuring compliance, accuracy and value for money across all areas.

Beyond finance, you will play a significant role in ensuring the wider business functions of the school operate efficiently. This includes overseeing administrative provision, supporting marketing activity and contributing to income generation through lettings, grants and other opportunities. Your ability to spot inefficiencies, strengthen processes and implement improvements will be key as the Academy continues to evolve.

The role also brings involvement in projects, contracts and operational developments, giving you the opportunity to contribute to strategic priorities while maintaining a strong grip on day-to-day performance. This is a role for someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to have a tangible impact on how our Academy operates.

About Watling Academy

Watling Academy is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ secondary school situated on the western edge of Milton Keynes, encompassing the Whitehouse and Fairfields developments. Opening in September 2020, our school is a new and vibrant learning community for students aged 11-18. We are excited to have opened the Watling Academy Sixth Form to our first cohort of Year 12 students from September 2025, which will provide further educational opportunities. Our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Kindness embody the ‘Watling Way’ and are integral to the way we interact, learn and grow together as a community.

For more information about our school, please explore our website: www.watlingacademy.net

Learn more about why you should join us by downloading the attached Watling Academy Recruitment Pack

About The Alliance Schools Trust

The Alliance Schools Trust is driven by our mission of Care, Education and Opportunity. We prioritise care by ensuring that no student or staff member ever feels anonymous. Everyone is recognised, valued and supported, creating a strong sense of belonging within our community. Our commitment to education is reflected in our proven track record of academic success, consistently outperforming both Milton Keynes and national averages. We offer opportunity through supportive and dynamic learning environments, where every student can thrive and be well-prepared for future success in higher education or employment. For staff, we offer extensive opportunities for professional development and progression within our growing network of schools, empowering you to advance your career within a united, forward-thinking Trust.

We are recognised as leaders in raising educational standards both within our Trust and in the schools we support. We are proud to appoint motivated, highly qualified staff who thrive in a culture where collaboration and the spirit of partnership are central to everything we do.

How to Apply

Due to our commitment to safer recruitment practices, we can only accept applications through My New Term. Please do not submit CVs.

The Alliance Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

E-mail: hr@tastrust.org.uk

Headteacher: Mrs Emma Anderson

Closing date for applications: Monday 22^nd June 2026, 9am