At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the school's finance and operations, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
- Company: Join a supportive school environment focused on student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a positive work culture.
- Other info: Opportunity for growth and collaboration with dedicated teams.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives through effective business management.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 45585 - 55715 £ per year.
- Main purpose of the role
- Lead the efficient and effective day-to-day delivery of theschool's finance, business and operational functions.
- Provide accurate financial information, strong budget monitoringand high-quality operational advice to the CFOO, Head of School and seniorleaders.
- Ensure that school-level financial processes, records and controlsare accurate, timely, compliant and audit-ready.
- Lead and develop relevant business support teams, promoting highstandards of service, accountability and continuous improvement.
- Coordinate key areas including finance administration, procurement, HR administration, payroll inputs, contracts, premises operationsand business compliance.
- Ensure that business services are aligned with the school'seducational priorities and contribute positively to the experience of students, staff and families.
- Translate Trust and school priorities into clear operationalplans, systems, routines and service standards.
- Provide visible, calm and solution-focused leadership acrossschool business functions.
- Contribute to leadership meetings and decision-making as required, bringing a clear understanding of resources, risk and operational implications.
- Identify inefficiencies, risks and service gaps, recommending andimplementing sustainable improvements.
- Develop a strong culture of customer service, professionalaccountability and collaboration within business support teams.
- Maintain effective relationships with external providers, contractors, professional advisers and partner organisations.
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School Business Manager in Birmingham employer: Lordswood Boys' School
As a leading educational institution, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and equitable environment where every staff member is valued and empowered to grow. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you will have ample opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career while working collaboratively with a diverse team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of our students and their families. Located in a vibrant community, we offer a supportive work culture that prioritises well-being and encourages innovative practices in education.
We think you need these skills to ace School Business Manager in Birmingham
Financial Management
Budget Monitoring
Operational Advice
Compliance Management
Audit Readiness
Team Leadership
Service Improvement
