At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the operational management of our school and support financial processes.
- Company: Join a dedicated team at Castledon School, a community specialist school.
- Benefits: Enjoy free healthcare cover, a local government pension, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive environment that values positivity, resilience, and integrity.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of students with complex needs.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial management and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31650 - 34700 £ per year.
We are seeking an exceptional School Business Manager to join our School. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a highly organised, proactive and committed professional to play a key role in the operational leadership of our school.
Requirements
- Proven experience in financial and administrative management, ideally within a school or similar setting
- Strong understanding of budgeting, financial reporting and compliance
- Experience of managing staff and leading teams effectively
- Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail
- High level of ICT competence, including management information systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a leadership team
- Commitment to supporting and promoting the Catholic ethos of the school
- Experience working in a school environment
- Knowledge of education policies, safeguarding and financial processes
- Experience of premises or contract management
- A proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement
- Ability to demonstrate, embed and uphold the school's PRIDE core values of Positivity, Resilience, Integrity, Dignity and Equality in order to support the character development of all students.
Benefits
- Dedicated, enthusiastic, friendly and experienced hardworking team of staff
- Opportunity to develop within a highly effective multi‑academy trust
- Free Benenden Medical Healthcare cover
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Commitment to continued professional development
Closing date: 5th July at Midnight
Pre‑employment Checks
- Relevant work qualifications
- Right to work in the UK
- Barred List Check (previously List 99)
- Disclosure & Barring Service Check (for all staff and volunteers)
About the School
Castledon School is a community specialist school for pupils with moderate to severe learning difficulties and complex needs from Year 1 to 14. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
For more information, contact admin@castledon.org.
