Groundworker
CP Management Solutions LTD
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Core Group is hiring We are seeking an experienced Groundworker for our client’s project in the Warfield RG42 area. Job Title: Groundworker Location: Warfield RG42 Pay Rate: Negotiable Hours: 7:30–17:00, Monday–Friday Duration: Ongoing Start Date: Monday, 21/09/2026 Requirements: • Valid CSCS card • Full PPE • Previous groundworking experience • Experience using a laser level • Relevant site experience Duties include: • Preparing levels for oversite concrete and slabs • Using a laser level to set out and check levels for the oversite • Carrying out general groundworker duties as required • Ensuring work is completed safely and to the required standard If you are interested and meet the criteria above, please apply with your CV and references or contact Durim on 01628 462027.
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Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant
Vacancy Filler - Wakefield, West Yorkshire
from £13.28 a year
PermanentFull time
Location: Horbury Primary Academy Contract: 6.25 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only Horbury Primary Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant to join our supportive team. This rewarding role involves supervising pupils during the lunchtime period, ensuring that they enjoy a safe, positive and engaging lunchtime experience. The successful candidate will supervise children both in the dining hall and outdoor play areas, promoting high standards of behaviour, encouraging positive social interaction and supporting pupils to develop independence and good manners. They will be responsible for ensuring the welfare, safety and wellbeing of all pupils during the lunchtime period, responding appropriately to minor incidents, administering basic first aid where required, and helping to resolve any issues in a calm and positive manner. The postholder will work closely with teaching and support staff to maintain a consistent approach to pupil behaviour and provide feedback on any concerns that may arise. We are looking for someone who is approachable, patient and able to use their own initiative when responding to the varying needs of children, while demonstrating excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who enjoys working with children and wants to play a key role in creating a happy, safe and inclusive school environment where every child feels supported and valued. The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday 12.00pm to 1.15pm. About You The successful candidate will be… Able to work effectively as part of a team and contribute positively to the wider school community. Confident in using their judgement to identify when intervention is required to maintain pupil safety. Caring, approachable and committed to supporting the wellbeing and development of children. About Place Partnership This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people. Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing: Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme Technology scheme via SmartTech* Access to an extensive discounts platform via ‘Place Plus’ Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans. Cycle to Work Scheme* Free, on-site parking at every site Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings *restrictions apply For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack. Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact hr@placepartnership.com Closing Date: Monday 05 October 2026 at 9.00am Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 05 October 2026 To apply for the position, please visit https://placepartnership.com/current-vacancies Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high-quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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Student Support Worker (Maternity Cover)
Vacancy Filler - Rotherham, South Yorkshire
from £23,119.41 a year
TemporaryFull time
Student Support Worker Location: Wath Academy Salary: Band E Point 7 to 11 £27,274 to £29,071 FTE per annum Actual Salary: £23,119.41 Contract: 37 hours, Term Time Only + 2 Inset Days, Fixed-Term for 1 Year Start date: As soon as possible About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen at Wath Academy for an exceptional Student Support Worker to join our experienced and highly motivated pastoral team. We are seeking an enthusiastic, committed and empathetic individual who is passionate about supporting young people. You will play a key role in promoting students’ wellbeing, engagement and personal development, providing high-quality pastoral care and helping them to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Working closely with teaching staff, pastoral colleagues, parents/carers and external agencies, you will build positive and supportive relationships with students and provide consistent, effective support within a busy secondary school environment. The successful candidate will be calm, approachable and proactive, with the ability to respond sensitively to the needs of young people while maintaining clear expectations and professional boundaries. About You The successful candidate will… be fully committed to Place Partnership’s Vision and Values and the Academy’s Key Drivers; be a driven, proactive and positive individual with a strong commitment to continuously improving their own practice; demonstrate a genuine growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a good sense of humour; have experience of working with children and young people, ideally in an educational or pastoral setting; have knowledge and understanding of the context in which Wath Academy operates; be able to work effectively as part of a team and independently when required; have strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with students, staff and families. About Place Partnership This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people. Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack. Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs B Hawke, PA to Principal via email bhawke@wathacademy.com. Closing date: Friday 2 October 2026 at 9:00am Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 5 October 2026 Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list/prohibition lists. Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles. Candidates will be shortlisted against the job description and essential criteria based solely on the content of their application, without access to their personal information. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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Governance and Executive Support Officer
Vacancy Filler - Maltby, Rotherham
from £36,581 a year
PermanentFull time
Governance and Executive Support Officer Location: Place Partnership South Hub (Rotherham) Salary: Band H Point 24 to 27 £31,640.09 to £34,148.40 per annum pro rata Contract: Full Time, Term Time + 2 Inset Days Start Date: As Soon As Possible We are seeking to appoint an experienced and highly organised individual to provide executive support across governance and compliance in the South Hub. This is a pivotal role, ensuring that designated committees and all Academy Education Committees (AECs) operate effectively and meet all statutory and regulatory requirements. The postholder will work with the Trust’s Leader of Governance, Compliance & Executive Support and their counterpart in the West Hub to ensure all aspects of the Trust’s governance and compliance infrastructure, overseeing key frameworks, registers, filings and reporting processes is executed efficiently. This includes maintaining statutory registers, risk reporting, governance cycles, Companies House requirements and supporting with the wider policy schedule. The post holder will ensure local governance and strong secretariat support is in place in the South Hub. The postholder will work closely with Executive colleagues, Trustees, Governors and Academy Leaders, providing expert advice and assurance, ensuring governance arrangements remain effective, compliant and aligned to best practice. A strong focus on compliance and assurance will underpin the post. The successful candidate will oversee the complaints in the South Hub and coordinate with the Data Protection Officer on Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), Freedom of Information (FOI) requests and other data protection matters from the South Hub. Alongside this, the postholder will provide strategic executive support to the Director of Education in the South Hub and other executive leaders. They will prepare briefings, papers and reports for meetings, external publications and key stakeholder engagement. A discreet and proactive professional, the successful candidate will act as a trusted point of contact for, as well as a first point of contact for the South Hub via telephone and email. Although the role is advertised as Full Year, applications will also be considered for Term Time Only including Inset and Additional Days. Please indicate on your application if you wish to apply for a Term Time post. About Place Partnership Place Partnership represents the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack. Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs K Parker, Leader of Governance, Compliance and Executive Support via email kparker@placepartnership.com Closing Date: Sunday, 20 September at 4.00pm Interviews: W/C Monday 21 September 2026 Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, further details of which can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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Examinations Manager
Vacancy Filler - Edlington, South Yorkshire
from £29,916.02 a year
PermanentFull time
Location: Sir Thomas Wharton Academy Salary: Band G Point 19 to 23 £33,119 to £35,570 Actual Salary: £29,916.02 to £32,129.98 Contract: 37 hours, Term Time + 2 Inset Days + 10 Additional Days, Permanent About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen at Sir Thomas Wharton Academy for an Examinations Manager to work with an experienced and highly motivated team of professionals. We are seeking to appoint an inspirational and dynamic member of staff who is fully aligned to our Trust Vision ‘to create a multi academy trust where every child, colleague and community feels a strong sense of belonging, pride and purpose’. We strive to build an education system that delivers excellent outcomes and creates a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve. The successful candidate will manage, support and oversee the exam invigilators in school and report directly to the Senior Leadership Team. Sir Thomas Wharton Academy already has a strong team of professionals delivering high-quality learning in and out of the classroom. We strive to build an education system that delivers excellent outcomes and creates a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve’. If you feel you would like to be a part of that team and could make a valuable contribution to driving standards and performance to the next level, we would like to hear from you. About You The successful candidate will be… • Be committed to Place Partnership’s vision and Values • Be a driven, proactive and positive individual with an unwavering commitment to continuously improving their own standards • Have a true growth mindset, exceptional work ethic and a sense of humour • Have the ability to inspire and enthuse students • Be confident, approachable, firm and fair • Be committed to raising standards for all • Have the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and embrace new ideas • Be an excellent professional with high expectations of all learners and staff within the team • Have the knowledge and experience of the context in which Sir Thomas Wharton Academy operates About Place Partnership This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people. Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs N Winder, PA to Principal via email n.winder@stwacademy.com. Closing Date: Friday 2 October at 9.00am Interviews are expected to take place: W/C 5 October 2026 Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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Careers Manager
Vacancy Filler - Rotherham, South Yorkshire
£29,153.83 to £31,311.38 a year
PermanentFull time
Maltby Academy is seeking a passionate and dedicated Careers Specialist to join our vibrant team as Careers Manager. Working closely with the Senior Leader for Careers and Personal Development, you will lead the delivery of an outstanding careers curriculum, encompassing high-quality work experience, impartial careers advice and guidance, and clear progression pathways, ensuring every student is equipped to make informed decisions about their post-16 and post-18 futures and empowered to lead successful, fulfilling lives. At Maltby Academy, we place great value on Careers Education and Personal Development. Our current offer includes structured work experience placements in Year 12, with Year 10 placements scheduled to resume in the 2025-26 academic year. We also provide weekly Key Stage 3 timetabled electives every Wednesday afternoon. We are currently working towards achieving the Quality in Careers Standard, reflecting our commitment to excellence in this area. We are a school on an exciting journey. Our vision, to deliver exceptional learning experiences that enable young people to thrive in a competitive world and lead rich, purposeful lives, underpins everything we do. Alongside academic excellence, our culture is built on care, encouragement, and meaningful enrichment. Our students are engaged, resilient, and take responsibility for their development, guided by a strong set of values that help them realise their full potential.
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Teaching Assistant - Integrated Resource
Vacancy Filler - Rotherham, South Yorkshire
£16,649.71 to £16,914.32 a year
PermanentFull time
Integrated Resource Teaching Assistant at Maltby Manor Academy Salary: £16,649.71 to £16,914.32 pro-rata per annum Contract: 27.5 hours per week, Term Time + 2 Inset Days, Permanent Start Date: As Soon As Possible About the Role Are you a talented and caring professional who wants to impact on the lives of our most vulnerable young people? We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to work within the Academy’s SEMH provision. Do you have: A passion for supporting young people to achieve their full potential? A caring nature that recognises the needs of the individual young people? A drive to continue to the delivery of a bespoke curriculum and provision? Our 3 – 11 Primary Academy is part of a Multi-Academy Trust, with all the Academies providing quality education and working collaboratively with multi-agencies to secure excellence in all aspects of its work. We are seeking to appoint a suitably qualified, ambitious and talented professional to support in the day to day provision of the integrated resource at Maltby Manor Academy. About You The successful candidate will … Be an excellent professional with high expectations of all learners and staff within the team; Be a team player and work closely with teachers and other staff in the Academy to develop and implement effective strategies to break down barriers and maximise achievement; Have the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
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Head of Academy
Vacancy Filler - Wakefield, West Yorkshire
£93,424 to £103,030 a year
PermanentFull time
About the Role We are seeking an exceptional Head of Academy from 01 January 2027 to lead our academy on the next stage of its improvement and development journey. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and values-driven leader to work alongside the Executive Principal, Academy Education Committee, colleagues, families, and the wider community to secure outstanding the highest outcomes for every pupil. As Head of Academy, you will provide professional leadership and strategic direction across all aspects of academy life, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, safeguarding, and pupil achievement. You will be responsible for leading and developing staff, driving school improvement, and creating a culture where both pupils and colleagues can thrive You will have a proven track record of success and will be able to demonstrate how you have improved outcomes for pupils and led on a significant range of strategic aims and objectives. We are looking to appoint an inspirational leader with the passion and commitment to lead Academy wide development within a collaborative successful Multi Academy Trust. You will be able to demonstrate a wide range of skills including the ability to deliver impact through strategy; and manage multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. The Head of Academy role presents a unique opportunity for an outstanding leader to play a key role in the Academy’s success as part of our newly formed Multi Academy Trust, Place Partnership. About You The successful candidate will be… A highly effective and experienced senior leader with a proven track record of raising standards and improving outcomes. Have substantial leadership experience as Assistant Principal, Vice Principal, Deputy Headteacher, or equivalent level. Able to inspire, motivate and develop staff through collaborative and impactful leadership. An outstanding classroom practitioner with a deep understanding of curriculum development, teaching, learning and assessment. Able to communicate effectively and build relationships with parents, governors, Trust leaders and external partners. Committed to promoting high standards of behaviour, inclusion, safeguarding and pupil welfare. About Place Partnership This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people. Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing: Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme Technology scheme via SmartTech* Access to an extensive discounts platform via ‘Place Plus’ Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans. Cycle to Work Scheme* Free, on-site parking at every site Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings *restrictions apply For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack. Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact hr@placepartnership.com. Closing Date: Monday 21 September 2026 at 9.00am Interviews are expected to take place: Thursday 24 September 2026 To apply for the position, please visit https://placepartnership.com/current-vacancies Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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Attendance Officer
Vacancy Filler - Wakefield, West Yorkshire
£22,401 to £22,757 a year
PermanentFull time
Location: Horbury Academy Salary: Band D, £22,401 to £22,757 per annum (actual salary) Contract: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time + 2 Insets Start date: To Start As Soon As Possible About the Role Horbury Academy are seeking to appoint a proactive and highly organised Attendance Officer to join our Academy team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people by promoting excellent attendance and punctuality. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting pupils and families, helping to remove barriers to attendance and ensuring that every pupil has the best opportunity to achieve their full potential. Working closely with Academy staff, parents/carers and the Education Welfare Officer, you will help create a culture where attendance matters and every day counts. As Attendance Officer, you will play a vital role in promoting excellent attendance and punctuality across the Academy and help identify and address barriers to attendance. You will monitor and analyse attendance patterns, investigate persistent absence, and coordinate interventions and strategies that improve attendance outcomes. The role includes maintaining accurate attendance records, producing reports for leaders, undertaking or supporting home visits where appropriate, and working collaboratively with external agencies and the local authority. The working pattern for the role is Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 4.00pm, and Friday 8.00am to 3.30pm. About You The successful candidate will… Understand attendance procedures, safeguarding and child protection requirements Possess strong administrative, organisational and ICT skills Have experience working with vulnerable or disengaged young people, ideally in an educational setting. Be able to work independently whilst also contributing effectively within a wider team. About Place Partnership This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care, and education of young people. Place Partnership was formed in September 2026 following the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities, and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing: Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme Technology scheme via SmartTech* Access to an extensive discounts platform via ‘Place Plus’ Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans. Cycle to Work Scheme* Free, on-site parking at every site Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings *restrictions apply For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack. Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact hr@placepartnership.com. Closing Date: Friday 18 September 2026 at 9.00am Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 21 September 2026 To apply for the position, please visit https://placepartnership.com/current-vacancies Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and checks of the relevant barred list / prohibition lists. Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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Finance Business Partner
Vacancy Filler - Wakefield, West Yorkshire
£36,581 to £39,481 a year
PermanentFull time
Place Partnership is seeking a proactive and analytical Finance Business Partner to work closely with Academy Leaders and Senior Leadership Teams across our West Hub at the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to become a trusted advisor, helping leaders make informed financial decisions that support sustainable growth, maximise resources, and improve outcomes for young people. As Finance Business Partner, you will work closely with Academy Leaders and Senior Leadership Teams to provide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting support. You will deliver management accounts and financial analysis, identify risks and opportunities, develop forecasts and financial models, ensure compliance with relevant regulations, and provide clear financial insight that supports effective decision-making and long-term sustainability across the Trust. You will build strong relationships with leaders, providing financial insights, challenge, and support to ensure resources are used effectively and strategically. Working collaboratively across the Trust, you will help shape long-term financial plans, identify opportunities, manage risks, and ensure compliance with funding and regulatory requirements. This role is based in the central office in the West Hub, located in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. About You We are looking for someone who can combine strong technical finance skills with excellent stakeholder management abilities. The successful candidate will have: AAT Level 4 qualification or part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA). Significant experience in financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced Excel capabilities. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues. Experience producing management accounts and financial reports. Ability to influence, challenge, and build productive working relationships. High levels of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail. About Place Partnership This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation, driven by a genuine passion for the wellbeing, care and education of young people. Place Partnership represents the voluntary merger of two strong and successful Trusts in South and West Yorkshire: Maltby Learning Trust, established in 2014, and Accord Multi Academy Trust, founded in 2016. At the heart of Place Partnership is a commitment to building a culture where people feel valued, take pride in their place, and hold high expectations because everyone matters. At Place Partnership we are dedicated to providing high-quality education which ensures that every child is given the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We invest in our people through extensive professional learning and development opportunities and we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. As such, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits as part of our commitment to wellbeing and professional growth. Here are a few examples of employee benefits that focus on our employees Financial, Physical and Mental Wellbeing: Membership to either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or the Local Government Pension Scheme 31 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays Technology scheme via SmartTech* Access to an extensive discounts platform via Accord Rewards Access to an industry leading Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 access to an online GP or Advanced Nurse Practitioner through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans Access to health and wellbeing services, with the ability to claim money back for essential healthcare such as prescriptions, optical and dental care through Corporate Paid Healthcare Cash Plans. Cycle to Work Scheme* Free, on-site parking at every site Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings *restrictions apply For full details of our employee benefit package, please see our recruitment pack. Further Information Visits are warmly welcomed and can be arranged. For further details regarding this opportunity, for an informal discussion regarding the role or to arrange a visit, please do not hesitate to contact hr@placepartnership.com. Closing Date: Friday 18 September 2026 at 12.00pm Interviews are expected to take place: week commencing 21 September 2026 Place Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, further details of which can be found at www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. Place Partnership is committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information. Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Place Partnership reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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