At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage finances, HR, and operations for two primary schools in a supportive community.
- Company: Join a respected Catholic federation dedicated to nurturing young minds.
- Benefits: Competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 and a permanent contract.
- Other info: Ideal for experienced professionals seeking impactful leadership roles.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in education while leading a dynamic team.
- Qualifications: Strong finance experience and knowledge of school operations required.
A two-school Catholic primary federation in Harlesden, Brent is seeking a School Business Manager to join from September 2026 or sooner. This permanent role will support an infant and nursery school alongside a neighbouring junior school, serving around 438 pupils across two close-knit sites.
Permanent contract with a salary of £50,000-£60,000, depending on experience.
Opportunity to join a respected Catholic federation supporting children from Nursery through to Year 6.
Work across two nearby schools with a shared ethos built around faith, care, ambition and strong community values.
The School Business Manager will oversee:
- Finance
- HR
- Premises
- Compliance
- Procurement
- Administration
- Wider operational systems
The School Business Manager will oversee financial planning, budget monitoring, reserves reporting and value-for-money decisions across both schools, supporting governors with clear, accurate financial information.
You will lead business support staff, contractors and service providers, ensuring both sites run smoothly, safely and efficiently.
School Business Manager applicants should have strong school finance experience and confidence using school financial systems. You must understand HR processes, safer recruitment, payroll liaison, health and safety, GDPR, premises compliance and statutory returns. Experience in a maintained school, voluntary aided school, Catholic setting or primary federation would be highly advantageous.
The successful School Business Manager will be organised, commercially aware, calm under pressure and able to balance strategic planning with hands-on operational delivery. This role would suit an experienced School Finance Manager, senior school operations professional or current business leader ready for wider federation responsibility.
School Business Manager in College Park employer: Ribbons and Reeves Limited
Joining our two-school Catholic primary federation in Harlesden, Brent means becoming part of a supportive community dedicated to nurturing young minds. We offer a competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 and a permanent contract, alongside opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative environment that values faith, care, and ambition. As a School Business Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the operational success of our schools while enjoying a fulfilling work culture that prioritises both staff and student well-being.
Contact Details:
Ribbons and Reeves Limited Recruitment Team
