At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance, HR, and operations in a high-achieving primary academy.
- Company: Premier primary academy in Newham with a supportive leadership team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent transport links, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Other info: Join a collaborative culture focused on high academic standards.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on school improvement and operational efficiency.
- Qualifications: Experience in school finance management and strong leadership skills required.
Are you a proactive, strategically minded educational leader ready to direct finance, estates, HR, and administrative operations across a modern primary academy in Newham? This is a premier opportunity to drive operational strategy and financial sustainability within a highly supportive leadership structure.
High-achieving, 2-form entry primary academy based in Newham (East London). Full-time, year-round permanent leadership post | September start.
Our client is seeking an experienced School Business Manager (SBM) to join their senior leadership team from September. In this pivotal non-teaching post, you will serve as the strategic lead for all business functions, ensuring maximum resource efficiency and full compliance across every operational department.
Your key duties will involve:
- Developing short- and long-term budget models
- Managing monthly ledger reconciliations
- Leading internal and external audits
- Procuring cost-effective service contracts
- Overseeing capital development projects
- Ensuring strict adherence to health & safety and COSHH regulations
- Directing the school’s administrative and premises staff
- Managing HR compliance—including payroll verification, recruitment protocols, and Single Central Record (SCR) maintenance
School Information: This oversubscribed primary academy in Newham is widely recognized for its high academic standards, modern technical facilities, and strong community engagement. The Senior Leadership Team actively fosters a collaborative, forward-thinking working culture where business and operational leaders play a central role in school improvement. Staff benefit from excellent transport links, competitive salary scales, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Experience and Qualifications:
- Diploma in School Business Management (DSBM/CSBM/Level 4+) or a relevant degree in Finance, Business Management, or Accounting
- Demonstrated success managing school budgets, financial audits, and operational teams within a UK primary setting
- Strong operational knowledge of educational finance software (such as Access Education, SIMS FMS, or PS Financials), KCSIE safeguarding compliance, and health & safety standards
- Excellent communication, financial reporting, and negotiation capabilities, with a proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams
Application: To be considered for this School Business Manager post in Newham starting in September, please forward your CV as soon as possible.
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