School Business Manager

Tradewind Recruitment; Hertsmere; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking an experienced School Business Manager for a school in Borehamwood. This role involves leading financial management, supporting the Headteacher, and ensuring compliance in HR processes. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary and the potential for permanent placement. Immediate start available with a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Term-time only working pattern

Opportunity for permanent placement

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of financial and budget management.
• Experience of HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Competence with information management systems.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Leading on financial management and resource allocation.
• Overseeing HR processes and compliance.
• Supporting the Headteacher in operational performance.
• Managing school systems and data accuracy.
• Maintaining relationships with staff and partners.

Skills

Strong knowledge of financial management

Experience of HR policies

Competence with information management systems

Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities

Tools

ARBOR MIS

Job description

Overview

School Business Manager - Immediate Start

Location: Borehamwood (Hertsmere Borough)

Salary: £32,654 - £40,476 per annum (FTE)

Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week - Term Time Only (39 weeks, including INSET days) plus 2 weeks during school holidays

Contract: Long-term with potential for permanent appointment

Start date: ASAP

Closing date: 22 September 2025, 12:00 PM

About the Role

Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a successful and welcoming school in Borehamwood to recruit an experienced School Business Manager for an immediate start.

This is a vital leadership role within the Senior Management Team, reporting directly to the Headteacher. The School Business Manager will play a key part in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of all non-teaching functions of the school, enabling teachers and support staff to focus on delivering high-quality education.

Responsibilities

• Leading on financial management, resource allocation, and procurement in line with best value principles.
• Overseeing HR processes, personnel procedures, and compliance with employment legislation.
• Supporting the Headteacher and governors in monitoring, evaluating, and improving operational performance.
• Managing school systems, data, and information to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintaining strong relationships with staff, governors, parents, and external partners.

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of financial and budget management (including Schools Financial Value Standards - SFVS).
• Experience of HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Competence with information management systems.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and statutory compliance.

Desirable:

• Familiarity with local government or committee processes.
• Experience using ARBOR MIS.
• Knowledge of premises management and facilities maintenance.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and compliance.

Why Apply?

• Immediate start at a supportive and thriving school.
• Competitive salary and term-time only working pattern, with limited holiday cover.
• Opportunity to make a real impact on the effectiveness and success of the school.
• Potential for the role to become permanent for the right candidate.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV to Tradewind and contact Carlo in our St Albans office with any questions.