Dudley School Business Manager: Finance & Ops

Marchant Recruitment; Dudley Wood; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an experienced School Business Manager for a Dudley-based school. You will oversee finances, HR, facilities and procurement, working closely with the Headteacher to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and compliance. The role offers a permanent contract, 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00, and benefits including a Local Government Pension Scheme and strong development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar senior operational role.
• Strong financial management and budget-monitoring skills.
• A good understanding of school administration, HR and compliance.
• Excellent organisation, communication and problem-solving skills.
• The confidence to manage competing priorities and advise senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead budget planning, financial monitoring and expenditure reporting.
• Oversee HR administration, recruitment processes and staff records.
• Manage premises, facilities, contracts, procurement and health and safety.
• Ensure policies, procedures and statutory requirements are followed.
• Support the Headteacher with strategic planning and operational decisions.
• Manage and improve administrative systems and processes.

Skills

Financial management

Budget monitoring

HR administration

Procurement

Communication

Job description

Marchant Recruitment is seeking an experienced School Business Manager for a Dudley-based school. You will oversee finances, HR, facilities and procurement, working closely with the Headteacher to ensure smooth day-to-day operations and compliance. The role offers a permanent contract, 37 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:00, and benefits including a Local Government Pension Scheme and strong development opportunities.