Business, Operations, HR & Compliance Manager at Southcott Lower School

Southcott Lower School; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcott Lower School in Leighton Buzzard is seeking a senior administrator to lead finance, admissions, marketing, premises, HR, administration, ICT, lunchtime team and health and safety. You will work with the leadership team to ensure the school runs smoothly and safely.

The post requires a strong background in financial management and HR processes, with excellent communication to secure buy-in from stakeholders. Experience in education is preferred and safeguarding requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Strong background in financial management and HR processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to secure buy-in from stakeholders.
• Experience leading teams and working collaboratively with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead finance, admissions and marketing operations.
• Oversee premises, HR, administration and ICT functions.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and safeguarding requirements.

Skills

Financial management

HR processes

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

About this Role

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 are 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.