School Business Manager

Droitwich Spa High School and Sixth Form Centre; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

SLT membership

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development

Ambitious leadership team

Impact on academy

Job summary

Droitwich Spa High School and Sixth Form Centre is seeking an exceptional School Business Manager to provide strategic leadership of all business and operational functions across the Academy.

Reporting to the Co-Headteachers and working with Trustees, you will lead finance, HR, estates, IT, compliance and support services to deliver outstanding value for money.

We welcome applications from experienced school business leaders and from other sectors with transferable leadership and financial skills.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior leadership experience.
• Strong strategic and financial leadership.
• Ability to lead diverse teams and communicate effectively.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality services for young people.
• Experience in safeguarding and compliance is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of finance and resource management.
• Oversee HR and payroll, estates and facilities.
• Lead IT infrastructure and digital strategy.
• Ensure data systems and information management.
• Oversee catering services and reception/administration.
• Advise Senior Leadership Team and work with Trustees.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

HR management

IT leadership

Data management

Job description

School Business Manager

An exciting opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team of a successful Single Academy Trust.

We are seeking an exceptional School Business Manager to provide strategic leadership of all business and operational functions across the Academy.

Reporting directly to the Co-Headteachers and working closely with Trustees, you will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the school while ensuring excellence in financial management, HR, estates, IT, compliance and support services.

This is a high-profile leadership role with responsibility for:

• Finance and resource management
• HR and payroll
• Estates, premises and facilities
• Health and safety
• IT infrastructure and digital strategy
• Data systems and information management
• Catering services
• Reception Team and Administrative Support Staff

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will provide strategic advice, lead organisational improvement, manage significant budgets and ensure the Academy delivers outstanding value for money while maintaining the highest standards of compliance and service delivery.

We are looking for someone who:

Has substantial senior leadership experience. Is a strong strategic and financial leader. Can successfully lead and develop diverse teams. Has excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. Is committed to delivering high-quality services that support excellent outcomes for young people.

We welcome applications from experienced school business leaders and candidates from other sectors with relevant leadership experience and transferable skills.

We offer:

• Competitive salary
• Senior Leadership Team membership
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and ambitious leadership team
• The opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of the Academy

For more details of the role and job description please visit out website.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to Enhanced DBS clearance and all relevant pre‑employment checks.