School Business Manager

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Grimsby is seeking a School Business Manager to drive excellence within the school. The successful candidate will oversee financial operations, manage HR functions, and ensure compliance with statutory guidelines. Key qualifications include a Level 4 Diploma in School Business Management and relevant administrative experience. The role offers a commitment to providing an outstanding educational experience in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Tailored professional development

Supportive work environment

Ethical and collaborative workplace

Qualifications

• Experience in senior finance/administration and preparing budget accounts.
• Experience with HR and Health and Safety responsibilities.
• Clear analytical skills to explore and interpret information.

Responsibilities

• Manage operational financial matters in line with statutory requirements.
• Oversee Health and Safety compliance of the school.
• Lead and manage non-classroom staff.

Skills

Leadership skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Education

Level 4 Diploma of School Business Management or equivalent

GCSE A* to C in English & Mathematics or equivalent

Job description

Description

The job itself

Do you have a relentless drive for excellence, a positive attitude and are you committed to making our school a warm, safe and friendly environment for our staff and pupils?

Working closely with senior leaders, you will be responsible for the general management and administration function of the school and the management of support staff. Key responsibilities include the operation of the school office, facilities, HR and financial management, ensuring compliancy with statutory guidelines.

Our friendly team, who constantly strive to provide the very best educational experience for our young people, are committed to supporting every aspect of a child's development including, health, safety, enjoyment and achievement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• To effectively manage the operational financial matters of the school in line with statutory requirements and an agreed action / development plan.
• To oversee and ensure the Health and Safety Compliance of the school is meeting the requirements of the Trust and the Health and Safety Law.
• The ability to lead and manage the non classroom staff in order to allow other members of the senior team to concentrate on their prime purpose of teaching and learning.
• To oversee the effective management and upkeep of the school site and buildings, overseeing all aspects of statutory safety checking and testing across the school.
• To manage the school recruitment and payroll database, ensuring school compliance with GDPR.
• To promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE

• Level 4 Diploma of School Business Management or equivalent administrative qualification
• GCSE A* to C English & Mathematics or equivalent e.g. L2 Certificate
• Experience of working in senior finance / administration and preparing budget accounts
• Experience of HR and Health and Safety responsibilities
• Clear analytical skills to allow the exploration, evaluation and interpretation of information
• Excellent interpersonal and written skills

AS A MEMBER OF HUMBER EDUCATION TRUST, WE OFFER

• Commitment to securing the very best provision and outcomes for all children.
• A Trust with expertise in every area of the curriculum, both in primary and special settings, through our Teaching & Learning Ambassadors and peer networks.
• Outstanding individually tailored continual professional development for staff at all levels.
• Staff who feel valued and supported in their roles.
• A caring and safe environment where we recognise the diverse needs of our community, ensuring our young people from all backgrounds thrive.
• Ethical working with mutual respect and collaboration.

If you believe you are the right person for this role, then we would love to hear from you.

Visits to the school are encouraged, please ring to make an appointment.

Closing date for completed applications : 8am, Friday 16 January 2026

How to apply

Please visit our to apply for this vacancy. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

As part of Humber Education Trusts recruitment processes, in accordance with statutory KCSIE guidance, an online search will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates. Those shortlisted for interview will also be required to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children.

CONDITIONAL OFFER

Any offer of employment to this post will be subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service, Children’s Barred List Check, Section 128 check where applicable, identity checks, medical clearance, proof of qualifications, satisfactory references and eligibility to work in the UK checks.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT

Humber Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.