Who will you be joining? You will be joining a Multi-Academy Trust that oversees several local schools. The Trust is committed to strategic growth and excellence, supported by a dedicated central team focused on legal, procurement, and financial sustainability. What will you be doing? Developing and implementing a comprehensive funding strategy aligned with the objectives of the Trust Researching and identifying suitable grant opportunities from government bodies, local authorities, charitable trusts, and corporate sponsors Preparing and submitting high-quality grant applications while ensuring absolute accuracy and compliance with funder requirements Collaborating with school leaders and finance teams to gather necessary data and develop compelling proposals Ensuring all funding activities comply with UK education law, ESFA guidance, and procurement regulations Maintaining accurate records for audit purposes and monitoring expenditure against grant conditions Acting as the main point of contact for funders and providing regular performance updates to senior leadership and governors Assisting the team with specific projects related to legal matters and data protection Why would you be a good fit? Proven experience in grant writing and funding management, ideally within the education or public sector Strong understanding of UK education funding streams and relevant compliance requirements (desirable) Excellent written communication skills and the ability to manage complex projects across multiple sites Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams including finance, legal, and school leadership Knowledge of ESFA funding rules and procurement frameworks is highly desirable (desirable) Experience working within a multi-academy trust or school business management environment (desirable) What's in it for you? Competitive annual salary based on experience, between £34,434and £36,363 Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme Generous holiday allowance and a permanent, full-time contract Extensive professional development opportunities and support for specialised training The chance to work across a variety of school settings and contribute to the strategic success of a growing Trust
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Who will you be joining? You will be joining a Multi-Academy Trust that oversees several local schools. The Trust is committed to strategic growth and excellence, supported by a dedicated central team focused on legal, procurement, and financial sustainability. What will you be doing? Developing and implementing a comprehensive funding strategy aligned with the objectives of the Trust Researching and identifying suitable grant opportunities from government bodies, local authorities, charitable trusts, and corporate sponsors Preparing and submitting high-quality grant applications while ensuring absolute accuracy and compliance with funder requirements Collaborating with school leaders and finance teams to gather necessary data and develop compelling proposals Ensuring all funding activities comply with UK education law, ESFA guidance, and procurement regulations Maintaining accurate records for audit purposes and monitoring expenditure against grant conditions Acting as the main point of contact for funders and providing regular performance updates to senior leadership and governors Assisting the team with specific projects related to legal matters and data protection Why would you be a good fit? Proven experience in grant writing and funding management, ideally within the education or public sector Strong understanding of UK education funding streams and relevant compliance requirements (desirable) Excellent written communication skills and the ability to manage complex projects across multiple sites Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams including finance, legal, and school leadership Knowledge of ESFA funding rules and procurement frameworks is highly desirable (desirable) Experience working within a multi-academy trust or school business management environment (desirable) What's in it for you? Competitive annual salary based on experience, between £34,434and £36,363 Enrolment in the Local Government Pension Scheme Generous holiday allowance and a permanent, full-time contract Extensive professional development opportunities and support for specialised training The chance to work across a variety of school settings and contribute to the strategic success of a growing Trust
A local Multi-Academy Trust in the UK is seeking a Grant Writer to develop and implement a comprehensive funding strategy. You will research grant opportunities, prepare applications, and ensure compliance with education law. The ideal candidate has proven experience in grant writing within the education sector, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with multiple teams. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and extensive professional development opportunities.
Apr 15, 2026
Full time
A local Multi-Academy Trust in the UK is seeking a Grant Writer to develop and implement a comprehensive funding strategy. You will research grant opportunities, prepare applications, and ensure compliance with education law. The ideal candidate has proven experience in grant writing within the education sector, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with multiple teams. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and extensive professional development opportunities.
