School Business Manager

Summary:

Join a school as a School Business Manager and lead non-teaching operations with strategic impact.

About the School:

A school dedicated to providing outstanding education for children and young people with a wide range of special educational needs. Located in a growing market town, the school offers a modern, purpose-built environment and a strong commitment to staff development and pupil success.

The Opportunity:

As a School Business Manager, you will be a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, responsible for managing all non-teaching operations across the school. This role is essential in supporting the Headteacher and ensuring the smooth delivery of the school’s vision and mission, with a focus on effective leadership and strategic management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all non-teaching operations, including finance, HR, administration, premises, health & safety, ICT, procurement, and compliance.
• Lead HR processes, including recruitment, induction, appraisal, absence, payroll, and staff wellbeing.
• Develop and maintain administrative systems, ensuring strong communication and GDPR compliance.
• Provide expert financial and resource advice to the Headteacher and Governing Body.
• Support budget setting, financial monitoring, audit compliance, and reconciliation processes.
• Prepare comprehensive reports for the Governing Body, Ofsted, Local Authority, and other stakeholders.
• Lead on risk management and business continuity planning to ensure operational resilience.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Professional qualification in business management or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership and staff management skills.
• Knowledge of HR processes, employment law, and staff development.
• Experience in premises, health & safety, and risk management.
• Understanding of financial processes, including budgeting, payroll, and procurement.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and ICT skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.

Preferred

• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., CIPD, NEBOSH).
• Knowledge of education sector regulations and safeguarding requirements.
• Financial management experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Full induction programme and ongoing CPD, including specialist SEN training.
• Paid wellbeing days, free flu vaccinations, and on-site parking.