Business, Operations, HR & Compliance Manager

Southcott Lower School; Linslade; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcott Lower School invites applications for a strategic leader responsible for the operations of the school, including finance, HR, admissions, marketing, premises, ICT, administration and health and safety. You will work to ensure efficient, compliant, and pupil-focused services that support teaching and learning.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in financial management and HR, excellent stakeholder engagement and the ability to lead cross‑functional teams while

Qualifications

• Strong background in financial management and HR processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Experience in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage finance, HR, administration, ICT, and premises to support school operations.
• Oversee admissions, marketing, health and safety, and lunchtime team to ensure smooth functioning.

Skills

Financial management

HR processes

Communication

Job description

You will focus on the leadership and management of finance, admissions and marketing, premises, HR, administration, ICT, the lunchtime team and health and safety. You will be integral to the effective operations of the school.

The successful candidate will require a strong background in financial management along with experience of HR processes. The post holder must also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills; confidently securing buy-in from all stakeholders, with the ability to both lead teams and work as a member of one effectively.

This is an excellent career development opportunity and we would love to hear from you if you have the relevant experience, preferably in an educational setting and enjoy the challenges and rewards a role like this brings.

We are committed to safeguarding. References will be taken up and the appointments is subject to an enhanced DBS. Posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose any convictions they have and any orders which have been made against them.

Closing Date: 29th October 2026
Interviews: TBC

Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early and appoint before the closing date.