At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead financial management and support the school's operational functions.
- Company: Join a modern, inclusive primary school in Nottingham with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working options, and access to professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy 24/7 support and opportunities across a wide network of schools.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' education and support a dedicated leadership team.
- Qualifications: Experience in school administration and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Milk Education are recruiting for a professional, organised, and proactive School Business Manager to join a welcoming primary school in Nottingham on a long-term basis starting in September 2026. You'll be joining a modern, inclusive, and supportive school environment where you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the school's business, financial, and operational functions. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact by supporting the leadership team and helping create the best possible environment for pupils and staff.
What You'll Be Doing in the Role:
- Leading the school's financial management, budgeting, and financial planning
- Managing HR administration, recruitment, payroll, and personnel processes
- Overseeing school administration, compliance, and operational procedures
- Supporting the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team with strategic planning
- Managing contracts, procurement, and relationships with external suppliers
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety, safeguarding, GDPR, and statutory regulations
- Monitoring school income and expenditure while producing financial reports
- Leading and developing administrative support staff
- Supporting premises management and facilities where required
- Contributing to the efficient day-to-day running of the school
Essential Requirements:
- Previous experience working as a School Business Manager, School Office Manager, or within school administration
- Experience managing school finances, budgets, and financial systems
- Knowledge of HR processes, payroll, and recruitment within an education setting
- Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
- Strong IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office and school management systems (such as SIMS, Arbor, or Bromcom)
- A proactive approach with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively
- Understanding of safeguarding, GDPR, and school compliance requirements
- A genuine commitment to supporting the education sector
Benefits to You:
- Competitive rates of pay
- Quick and efficient registration process with fast-track compliance
- Flexible working options where applicable
- 5-star rating with over 3,000 reviews across Google and Facebook
- Access to exclusive school and multi-academy trust partnerships
- FREE access to our Perks Portal with a wide range of discounts
- Ongoing professional development with 1,000+ accredited CPD courses via Milk Academy
- FREE wellbeing eBook and access to a dedicated wellbeing hub
- School Preparation Pack to help you feel confident and ready
- 24/7 support from your dedicated consultant via direct contact
- Access to our Unbottled programme, bringing impactful lived-experience speakers into schools
- Opportunities across a wide network of offices throughout England and North Wales
- Work with the UK's only eco-friendly education supply agency
Apply Now or get in touch to find out more about this exciting opportunity.
Business Manager in Nottingham employer: Milk Education
Milk Education is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a vibrant work culture in the heart of Liverpool. With significant progression pathways, generous incentives, and a supportive environment, we empower our team to thrive in their careers while enjoying a healthy work-life balance with 23 days off annually plus bank holidays.
