At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage finances, administration, and operations in a specialist education setting.
- Company: Join a leading recruitment agency dedicated to supporting education.
- Benefits: Negotiable salary, full-time role, and impactful work with autistic children.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a difference in the lives of young people while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance and administration within an educational environment.
The predicted salary is between 33865 - 41391 £ per year.
A specialist education setting in London is looking for an experienced School Business Manager to join the team on a full-time basis from September 2026. This role would suit an experienced school or education professional with strong knowledge of finance, administration and operational management. The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring the effective day-to-day running of the school and its resources.
School Business Manager - The Role
- Managing school finances, budgets and expenditure
- Monitoring financial records and preparing reports
- Supporting budget planning and forecasting
- Managing purchasing, suppliers and contracts
- Overseeing administrative and operational processes
- Supporting HR and staff administration
- Managing premises, facilities and health and safety processes
- Ensuring effective use of school resources
- Supporting compliance with relevant school policies and procedures
- Working closely with senior leaders, staff, suppliers and external contacts
School Business Manager - About You
The school is looking for a candidate with strong organisational, financial and administrative experience and the ability to manage a varied workload. Previous experience as a School Business Manager, School Finance Manager, School Operations Manager, Business Manager or in a similar education-based role would be beneficial. The successful candidate will have:
- Experience managing budgets and financial processes
- Strong administration and organisational skills
- Excellent attention to detail
- Good knowledge of school operations and compliance
- Confidence using financial and administrative systems
- The ability to manage confidential information appropriately
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience working within a school or education setting is desirable
- The ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines
School Business Manager - London
This is a full-time position based in London, starting in September 2026. The successful candidate will join a specialist education environment supporting autistic children and young people. The organisation operates specialist schools and colleges across London and the South East, including settings supporting learners from early years through to young adulthood. The School Business Manager will have an important role in maintaining effective financial, administrative and operational systems across the setting. Rate: Negotiable depending on experience.
If you are an experienced School Business Manager looking for a full-time opportunity in London, we would be pleased to hear from you.
School Business Manager in London employer: Reeson Education Careers
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