At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead non-teaching operations and ensure the school runs smoothly and effectively.
- Company: Join a successful multi-academy trust in Central London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 29 days leave, and support from an experienced team.
- Other info: Excellent transport links and opportunities for career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the school's success while enjoying a flexible start date.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance, HR, and operational management is essential.
The predicted salary is between 51228 - 55353 £ per year.
WeDoData are working with a primary school within a successful MAT, located close to Central London, who are looking for an experienced School Business Manager. You will play a pivotal role, helping to shape the strategic and operational success of the school. You'll benefit from the backing of an experienced central Trust team, providing specialist support across Finance, HR, Estates, IT and Governance, allowing you to focus on making a real impact within your school.
There is flexibility around the start date, with the school happy to consider candidates who can start as soon as possible or those available to join in September at the start of the new academic year.
The Role
As School Business Manager, you will oversee all non-teaching operations, ensuring the school runs efficiently, safely and effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the school's finance, budget planning and financial reporting.
- Manage HR processes including recruitment, staffing, payroll oversight and employee relations, supported by the Trust HR team.
- Oversee estates, facilities, health and safety, compliance and risk management.
- Lead procurement, contract management and value-for-money initiatives.
- Manage front office, administration and business support services.
- Oversee catering, medical provision and operational compliance.
- Work closely with the Headteacher and central Trust teams to deliver high-quality support services.
In return
- Salary of £51,228 - £55,353
- 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Permanent, full-time, all year round position
- Support from an experienced central Trust team across Finance, HR, IT, Estates and Governance.
- Excellent Central London location with outstanding transport connections.
- Flexible start date – available immediately or from September.
WeDoData (Bristol) Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, applicants, and clients to share this commitment. Any appointment will be made subject to strict vetting and screening checks and receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check. In accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
School Business Manager employer: WeDoData
WeDoData is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for the School Business Manager role. With the backing of a dedicated central Trust team, employees benefit from comprehensive resources in Finance, HR, IT, and Governance, fostering professional growth and development. Located in Central London, the school provides excellent transport links and a flexible start date, making it an attractive opportunity for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in education.
