Business Manager (Maternity Cover)
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Location: Northamptonshire
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: Competitive
We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist education provider for an experienced and driven Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the operational functions of the school, including finance, HR, compliance, health & safety, facilities, and administration. Working closely with the Headteacher, you will help ensure the school runs efficiently and effectively, enabling educational staff to focus on delivering outstanding outcomes for pupils.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the school's business operations, including finance, HR, administration, compliance and facilities.
- Line manage administrative and maintenance teams, supporting recruitment, development and performance management.
- Support budget planning, financial monitoring and procurement activities to ensure value for money.
- Work closely with finance colleagues to manage budgets, expenditure and supplier relationships.
- Oversee payroll administration and support HR processes in line with employment legislation.
- Ensure compliance with health & safety, safeguarding, data protection and statutory requirements.
- Manage risk registers, KPI reporting and quality assurance processes.
- Oversee maintenance, security and operational effectiveness across the school site.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives and support the delivery of strategic objectives.
- Ensure policies, procedures and operational standards are consistently implemented and maintained.
What We're Looking For
You will be an organised and proactive leader with excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of business operations. You'll be comfortable balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day operational management, while building positive relationships with staff and stakeholders. Requirements include:
- Previous leadership or management experience within education or a comparable environment.
- Experience managing budgets, resources and operational processes.
- Knowledge of HR practices, compliance and health & safety requirements.
- Experience leading and developing teams.
- Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities. xgikmsk
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- GCSE Mathema...
School Business Manager employer: Office Angels
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