School Business Manager

Working closely with Headteacher, Head of Service and Trustees, you will lead and oversee key operational functions across our schools, ensuring that systems, resources and services are managed effectively, efficiently and compliantly.

This role would suit an experienced School Business Manager, Operations Manager, Office Manager or business professional looking to make a significant impact within the education sector.

Key Responsibilities

As School Business Manager, you will provide professional leadership across a range of core business functions, including:

• Financial management, budgeting and resource planning
• Human resources and recruitment processes
• Premises and facilities management
• Health and safety compliance
• Procurement and contract management
• Administration and business operations
• Risk management and statutory compliance
• Support for governance and organisational development

You will contribute to the strategic planning of the Trust whilst ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our school.

It is essential that the ideal candidates will:

• Have experience of managing business, finance or operational functions, within education, for at least three years.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Be confident analysing financial information and managing budgets.
• Have a strong understanding of compliance, risk management and operational procedures.
• Be an effective communicator who can build positive relationships with staff, families, external partners and stakeholders.
• Be proactive, solution-focused and committed to continuous improvement.
• Share our commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for pupils.

What we offer:

• The opportunity to make a genuine difference across the Trust and the local area.
• A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Competitive salary; London Fringe
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and internal well-being schemes including free flu vaccinations
• Reflective practice/supervision from an experienced counsellor
• An excellent opportunity for professional and career development, including access to a range of online learning opportunities and a strong CPD programme
• Flexible working arrangements considered
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a specialist educational setting
• A welcoming and supportive team environment
• A rewarding role at the heart of a school committed to improving outcomes for children with special educational needs.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance.