School Business Manager

Start date: 15th January 2027 Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 42 weeks of the year. There may be some flexibility with start and finish times.

Salary Grade: NJC Grade 11 Pt 31-34 (£43,149 - £46,579 FTE) this equates to an hourly rates of between £22.37 and £24.14.

We are seeking to appoint a friendly, professional and dedicated School Business Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. This pivotal role is responsible for leading the school's financial management, overseeing recruitment and HR processes, and ensuring robust health and safety compliance across the school. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing best value, supporting strategic decision-making and ensuring the efficient day-to-day operation of the school.

This is a varied and rewarding position requiring someone who can manage multiple priorities, build positive relationships and work effectively under pressure. In return, we offer the opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly team where your contribution will be highly valued.

If you can offer the following, we would love to hear from you:

• A proven track record of successful business management within a school setting.
• Experience of managing school finances, budget setting, financial monitoring and reporting to senior leaders and governors.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, including recruitment, safer recruitment practices, employee relations and personnel management.
• Experience of leading and monitoring health and safety compliance, risk management and premises-related matters.
• The ability to lead, support and work effectively as part of a team.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial information and provide strategic advice.
• The confidence to manage competing priorities and deal effectively with complex situations.
• Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in financial and management information systems.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, promoting the school's values and ethos to pupils, parents, staff and visitors alike.
• A positive outlook, resilience and a good sense of humour.