At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage finances, HR, and operations for two vibrant primary schools.
- Company: A respected Catholic federation dedicated to nurturing young minds.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, permanent contract, and a supportive community environment.
- Other info: Join a close-knit team with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's education while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Strong finance experience and knowledge of school operations required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
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.
Responsibilities
- 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 and 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.
- 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 candidate 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 employer: Ribbons & Reeves
Join a dedicated Catholic primary federation in Harlesden, Brent, where you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience for our 438 pupils. As a School Business Manager, you will benefit from a supportive work culture that values faith, community, and ambition, alongside competitive remuneration and opportunities for professional growth within a close-knit team. This role not only offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on children's lives but also provides a collaborative environment where your expertise in finance and operations will be highly valued.
