Business and Operations Manager

Nova Education Trust; Bingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the UK is seeking an experienced individual for a strategic role overseeing school business operations. Responsibilities include managing finance, HR, and compliance, leading administrative teams, and ensuring budgetary efficiency. The ideal candidate will hold a recognized management or business degree and possess senior-level experience in relevant fields. A proactive approach to change, excellent leadership, and communication skills will be crucial in this role. Commitment to safeguarding children is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven senior-level experience in Finance, HR, or Facilities Management is required.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills necessary for team development.
• A proactive approach to change and continuous improvement is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee school business operations, including finance, HR, and compliance.
• Manage budgets and ensure financial efficiency per Trust policies.
• Lead and develop administrative teams, overseeing recruitment processes.
• Ensure governance and statutory compliance systems are robust.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Management/business degree or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

• Strategic oversight of school business operations, including finance, HR, facilities, and compliance
• Managing budgets and ensuring financial efficiency in line with Trust policies
• Leading and developing administrative teams and overseeing recruitment processes
• Ensuring robust systems for governance, health and safety, and statutory compliance

Qualifications

• A recognised management/business degree or equivalent professional qualification
• Significant senior‑level experience in Finance, HR, or Facilities Management
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A proactive approach to change and continuous improvement

The Suthers School and Nova Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check in line withfE requirements.