About Us
Leading provider of business support services in the education sector
A bit about us - and how we can help you
SAAF Education was established in 2011 to provide schools, academies and trusts with bespoke, high-quality business support services
Our definitive aim is to save our clients time and money, so they can focus on educational excellence and pupil care!
We work with over 500 schools, academies, and trusts to provide bespoke support in financial management, payroll, supply & recruitment, internal audit and asset management.
Our services are designed and built by experts with notable backgrounds in these specialist areas.
Recognising that every school has a diverse set of requirements, our services are tailored to meet your school, academy, or trust’s needs.
Did you know?
70% of business in 2020 and 2021 was solely through recommendations!
Who do we work with?
We work with professionals in many roles – from administrators to chief executive officers. We also match candidates looking to take the next step in their career within education with our portfolio of clients.
Get in touchOur core values
Our core values are embedded in our daily practice
Customer-centric
Our definitive aim is to save our clients time, money, and resources. We define success through our client’s experience and build long lasting relationships
Act-ethically
We uphold high standards of compliance and regulation. We’ll always be present, connecting with transparency, trust, and respect
Proactive
We're consistently refining our services and optimising performance in each of our service areas. We empower our clients to deliver the highest educational standards
Trailblazers
We dare to be different, challenging the status quo through our determination to deliver fantastic results and a great service for our clients
Meet team SAAF
Andi Brown
Partner
Su Johal
Partner
Matt Lydon
Partner
Domanique Beckford
Partner
Mia Penny
Head Of Marketing
Emma Cripwell
Operations Manager
Neil Pope
Technical Finance Manager
Andrew Pole
Senior Account Manager
Rosemarie Jackson
Senior Account Manager
Vicky Butters
Senior Account Manager
Sarah Trim
Senior Account Manager
Steve Reeve
Senior Account Manager
Tom Stanton
Recruitment Branch Manager
Jennifer Fagan
Recruitment Branch Manager
Our services
We recognise that every school, academy and trust has different needs – that's why we tailor our services to meet your specific requirements. There’s a reason why over 500 schools, academies and trusts choose SAAF
Need help managing your school, academy, or trust’s finances? Get the support you need, with guidance from our dedicated team of education finance experts. Our helpdesk is open 8am-8pm for all your finance, software or accounting queries!
Compliant, cost-effective and efficient. Our dedicated team make paydays hassle-free.
We supply and recruit teaching and support professionals in various school settings. 24/7 support. Fixed margins. No temp-to-perm fee.
From budget setting to payroll onboarding, our sessions are designed to help you sharpen your skills and knowledge.
Keep your financial accounts in check with a thorough audit and health check.
Manage your institution's assets in a more efficient and effective way.
We have an unrivalled knowledge of the education sector and understand the extensive processes involved with MAT setup and expansion.
Hire one of our senior consultants to perform the role of a chief financial officer at your school, academy or trust.
Their level of knowledge and expertise is what we needed.
CEO, Willows Academy Trust
Great service provided by SAAF. I know that I can contact them to sort out any issues.
Business Manager, Foxwood Academy
I am new to my role as Finance Manager and I could not find the SAAF team more helpful and supportive, nothing is ever too much trouble. Fantastic company and service. Thank you.
Finance Manager, St Bartholomew’s CE Primary School
The breadth of knowledge and understanding from within the education sector is a core strength we value immensely. I would describe the services as responsive, solution-focused, and flexible to our needs.
CEO, Raleigh Learning Trust
We think you offer a great service at a great price. We have worked with you for a very long time now and have always been impressed by the quality that you offer. Great job!
CEO, Nottingham Schools Trust
We have worked with SAAF for over 2 years, and they have yet to let us down. Our consultant has been fantastic throughout this time and has been open and honest about every aspect of our interactions, always going the extra mile to support us. I would recommend their services to anybody without hesitation.
Acting Deputy Head, Hull Primary School
SAAF provide the school with a high-quality level of support and advice. Our advisor is always helpful and responds quickly to any queries. He has extremely good knowledge of budgetary issues that may affect the school and is on hand to offer advice.
School Business Manager, West Bridgford Infant School
The team are easily contacted via telephone or email and always respond promptly to our calls. We have had excellent service from them and would fully recommend them.
Headteacher, Seely Primary School
Our academy conversion was successful due to the commitment, knowledge and willingness of SAAF to go that extra mile. The time and expertise which was brought to the project was immeasurable. The icing on the cake was the professional attitude and conduct of the company, answering emails (all times of the day), giving advice and researching new ideas and presenting them to myself and governors.
CEO, Transform Trust
SAAF consultants are very knowledgeable and offer timely guidance and support. Governors are pleased with the service received from SAAF. Highly recommended to school considering financial support packages.
Headteacher, Sneinton C of E Primary School
The response to queries is fast and the guidance and support given is relevant and productive. We highly recommend SAAF as a company that ensure quality service that you can be confident about. SAAF helps you sleep easy at night! No worries!
Headteacher, St Patrick’s Catholic Voluntary Academy
The consultant assigned to our school, always goes the extra mile to help me, with any problems that arise.
School Business Manager, Southglade Primary School
In partnership with
APSCo UK
Association of Business Leaders in Education
IRIS - Accredited Support and Training Partner
Institute of School Business Leadership - Approved Partner
AssetTrac
ICS Funding Services
Crescent Purchasing Consortium - Framework Supplier
Customer loyalty programme
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and that’s why we want to reward them for their loyalty. Find out more about our customer referral scheme
