At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead school operations, manage HR, finance, and ensure compliance.
- Company: A supportive co-educational special free school in Westminster.
- Benefits: Full-time role with potential for permanent contract and a positive work environment.
- Other info: Join a dedicated team focused on student wellbeing and independence.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of students with special needs.
- Qualifications: Minimum 1 year of school-based experience required.
The predicted salary is between 29700 - 36300 £ per year.
Full-time, term time only. ASAP start. Ongoing contract – Possible temp – perm. Must have school-based experience (min 1 year).
This popular co-educational school, a special free school, supports students with EHCPs for Speech, Language and Communication needs. Located in the borough of Westminster, it is looking for an experienced School Business & Operations Lead to join their team ASAP to support with office admin, HR, and finance as well as supporting the head.
The school is seeking a highly capable and proactive School Business & Operations Lead to become the operational heart of our small, dedicated special needs school. This is a senior administrative position designed for a "systems thinker". Someone who takes pride in ensuring that every school process, from HR compliance to financial reconciliation, is robust, efficient, and fit for purpose.
Reporting directly to the Head of School, you will act as a vital partner to the HR Manager and Finance Department. Your day-to-day work will bridge the gap between high-level compliance and the practical realities of a busy school office. You will have a strategic overview of the parental communications and school systems, while also serving as a professional front-of-house presence for families, contractors, and visitors.
As a School Business & Operations Lead, your role will include:
- Oversight of school data and compliance
- Leading on the financial reconciliation process
- Managing school procurement
- End-to-end recruitment and working with single central record for pre-employment and safeguarding checks
- General reception cover and coordinating student welfare
The school is a co-educational Special Free School for students aged 11–16 with EHCPs for Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). Many of the students also experience social, emotional, and mental health needs, and the school is committed to supporting the whole child — their learning, wellbeing, and future independence.
School Business & Operations Lead in London employer: Philosophy Education
Philosophy Education is an exceptional employer for recent graduates seeking to make a meaningful impact in the education sector. With a strong commitment to professional development, our supportive work culture fosters growth and collaboration, allowing you to gain invaluable classroom experience while working in diverse school settings across London. Join us to embark on a rewarding career path that not only enhances your skills but also contributes positively to the learning journeys of children and young people.
