Business Support and Administration Manager

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Support and Administration Manager. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the strategic management of school administration while acting as the liaison between finance and HR teams. Your expertise in project management, particularly in building projects, will be crucial as you navigate the complexities of school operations. This position offers a dynamic environment where your leadership skills will shine, and you will contribute to the school's mission of educational excellence and character formation. Join a committed team dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.

Benefits

LGPS Pension Scheme

O2 Discounts

NUS Card

Access to Well-Being Programmes

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in project management, particularly building projects.
• Ability to handle varied pressures and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage the strategic and operational aspects of school business administration.
• Provide guidance to the Senior Leadership Team and ensure GDPR compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Staff Leadership

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

GDPR Compliance

Job description

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Business Support and Administration Manager. The ideal candidate will have previous management and staff leadership experience, some project management experience (particularly building projects), and excellent communication and organisational skills.

As the Business Support and Administration Manager, you will be the key point of contact between the centralised Finance & HR teams and will be directly responsible for the strategic and operational management of the school business administration, supporting the overall management of the school.

Your responsibilities will include project management, providing accurate written guidance to the Senior Leadership Team, ensuring GDPR compliance within the school, and managing financial, personnel, and site management aspects of the extended schools provision.

DUTIES

• Advising the senior leadership team and SSC on various matters to ensure the smooth running of the school
• Training and inducting new office staff on the use of office and ICT equipment
• Researching grants and funding sources; marketing the extended school service
• Building close working relationships with the Senior Leadership Team and SSC
• Reviewing resources and spending priorities to reflect the school development plan and budget

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in project management, particularly building projects
• Ability to handle varied pressures and meet deadlines
• Experience managing and leading staff
• Personable, approachable, and able to explain complex issues
• Proven experience in a relevant function

BENEFITS

• A strong vision of Educational Excellence, Character Formation, and Spiritual Insight
• LGPS pension scheme (subject to eligibility)
• O2 discounts
• NUS Card
• Access to well-being programmes
• Cycle to work and Electric Vehicle Lease Schemes

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are required to share this commitment. Successful candidates will undergo an Enhanced DBS check, and appointment is subject to satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.

By submitting your application, you consent to your details being shared with our client for recruitment purposes.

Job Reference: AWDO-P11997

This position is advertised by AWD online on behalf of Avanti Schools Trust.