School Business Manager post at Littledown School, a specialist setting for children with special educational needs that sits within a Trust. The role leads the school's finance, HR, premises, health and safety, procurement and statutory compliance, working alongside the headteacher and trustees. It combines day-to-day running of the school with contribution to the Trust's strategic planning, and term-time-only working is considered. Visa sponsorship is not available, and the start date is December 2026.
What the job involves
- Lead financial management, budgeting and resource planning
- Oversee human resources and recruitment processes
- Manage premises and facilities
- Ensure health and safety compliance
- Manage procurement and contracts
- Run administration and business operations
- Manage risk and statutory compliance
- Support governance and organisational development
- Contribute to the Trust's strategic planning
- Ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the school
Experience
- At least three years managing business, finance or operational functions in education
Skills & knowledge
- Excellent organisational and project management skills
- Confident analysing financial information and managing budgets
- Strong understanding of compliance, risk management and operational procedures
- Effective communicator who builds relationships with staff, families and external partners
- Proactive, solution-focused and committed to continuous improvement
Other
- Shared commitment to exceptional outcomes for pupils
What’s offered
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme and occupational health support
- Free flu vaccinations and internal well-being schemes
- Reflective practice and supervision from an experienced counsellor
- Access to online learning and a strong CPD programme
- Flexible working arrangements considered
- London Fringe allowance
- Commitment to staff wellbeing and work-life balance
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
