Central Services

Our central team provide expert back-office support to member schools and settings

Our well-developed finance, operations and communications systems are designed to support the effective functioning of schools and settings within a culture where school leaders and staff are empowered and equipped to deliver high-quality education and provision for pupils. Central team members work with leaders to develop the support and services they need, enabling them to focus on high-quality and inclusive education in their schools and settings.

The areas in which we provide expert advice and support include:

Finance and Estates

School Capital Allocation (SCA) / Capital Projects
Conditions Surveys
Procurement
Budgeting
Internal and External Audit
School Finance Support

Operations and Administration

Human Resources
Health and Safety
Information Governance and Data Protection
Legal
Governance (Trust Board and committees)
Cyber security
Marketing and Communications