School Business Manager

Academics; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education agency in East Kent is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to oversee financial management, HR, and administrative functions in schools. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the educational sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in school business management or a similar leadership/administrative role.
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the financial management, budgeting, and resource planning of the school.
• Manage HR, premises, and administrative functions to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Develop effective systems to support the school's long-term goals and sustainability.

Skills

Financial management

Organisational skills

Communication abilities

Problem-solving

Education

Relevant qualifications in business management, finance, or HR

Job description

Overview

Location: East Kent - including Canterbury, Thanet, Dover, Whitstable/Herne Bay, Folkestone, and Hythe.

Academics in Canterbury are working with a number of successful and supportive schools across East Kent who are seeking experienced and motivated School Business Managers to join their leadership teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for organised, strategic, and forward-thinking professionals to play a key role in the effective management of a school's operations.

Why Academics?

We're proud to be a local education agency with a personal approach. By visiting our schools and candidates in person, we build lasting relationships to ensure the perfect match between school and staff.

What you'll do as a School Business Manager

• Oversee the financial management, budgeting, and resource planning of the school
• Manage HR, premises, and administrative functions to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Work closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team to support strategic decision-making
• Ensure compliance with school policies, health and safety regulations, and financial procedures
• Lead and support office and site teams to deliver high standards of service and efficiency
• Develop effective systems to support the school's long-term goals and sustainability

What we're looking for in School Business Manager

• Proven experience in school business management or a similar leadership/administrative role
• Strong financial management and budgeting skills
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal abilities
• A proactive, solution-focused approach to problem-solving
• Relevant qualifications in business management, finance, or HR (desirable)
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

Apply Today

If you're an experienced and dedicated School Business Manager ready to take the next step in your career and make a meaningful impact in East Kent's schools, we'd love to hear from you.

We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive a sufficient level of interest.