Grants and Funding Officer

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.

• 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

• 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)

• 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