At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead key business functions and ensure smooth school operations.
- Company: Well-regarded secondary school in Haringey, North London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional working culture, and strong safeguarding practices.
- Other info: Full-time, permanent role with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact behind the scenes in education.
- Qualifications: Experience in school business management or senior finance/operations leadership.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
A well-regarded secondary school in Haringey (North London) is seeking an experienced and highly organised School Business Manager (SBM) to lead key business functions and support the smooth, compliant running of the school. This is a senior operational role for someone who enjoys responsibility, strong systems and making a meaningful impact behind the scenes. The school has clear routines, a professional working culture and strong safeguarding practice. The business function is valued as essential to supporting teaching and learning.
About the Role
As School Business Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across finance, premises and wider school operations. Responsibilities typically include:
- Budgeting, forecasting, monitoring spend and reporting
- Procurement and contract management to ensure value for money
- Overseeing office systems and operational efficiency
- Supporting HR administration processes and staffing structures
- Managing premises, health & safety and compliance
- Ensuring policies, procedures and records are up to date and audit-ready
- Line managing support staff and maintaining high service standards
Key Information
Location: Haringey, London
Start Date: ASAP / next term (or by agreement)
Contract: Full-time, permanent (or as agreed)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
What the School is Looking For
- Proven experience in school business management or senior finance/operations leadership
- Strong knowledge of budgeting, procurement, compliance and operational planning
- Excellent organisation and communication skills
- Confidence line-managing staff and developing clear routines
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality and professional standards
- Right to work in the UK
How to Apply
If you are a high-quality School Business Manager who wants a senior operational role in a well-run Haringey secondary school, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV at your earliest convenience to be considered.
School Business Manager – Secondary School – Haringey (London) employer: Teamtailor
Our well-regarded secondary school in Haringey, North London, is dedicated to fostering a professional working culture that prioritises strong safeguarding practices and operational excellence. As an employer, we offer a supportive environment where the role of School Business Manager is crucial in ensuring the smooth running of our educational institution, providing opportunities for personal and professional growth while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our students. With a focus on collaboration and innovation, we value our staff and their contributions to creating a thriving learning community.
