Business Development Officer

usiness Development OfficerAscend Learning Trust (Central Team)Salary: Grade I, £34,434-£36,363 (DOE) FTEContract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37 hours per week, 08:30-16:30 Monday-Thursday and 08:30-16:00 FridayClosing date: Midday Sunday 17th May 2026Interview Date: TBCAnticipated Start Date: ASAPJob OverviewWe are looking for a proactive and detail-driven Business Development Officer to help maximise external funding opportunities across our Trust. As a successful applicant, you will lead on researching and securing grants, preparing high-quality bids, and ensuring full compliance with funding and procurement requirements. Working closely with school leaders, finance teams, and the Legal and Procurement Lead, you will play a key role in supporting strategic priorities across our seven schools. If you have strong communication skills, proven experience in grant management, and the ability to build effective partnerships, we''d love to hear from you.Full details can be found in the recruitment pack.Ascend Learning Trust creates a sense of belonging for everyone. All our young people receive a holistic, world class education regardless of where they come from or their life challenges. They will leave their Ascend community with outcomes that opens doors to a fulfilling and successful future.If you want to be a part of this, and work alongside ambitious, compassionate, and dedicated people we welcome your application. Our mission is to develop and retain high quality ..... full job details .....