School Business Manager

Veritas Education Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Veritas Education Recruitment is representing a welcoming primary school in the Burnley area in the recruitment of a School Business Manager. The role oversees financial planning, HR, procurement, compliance and facilities, reporting to the Headteacher and Governors.

The ideal candidate will bring experience from SBM or related operations, strong budgeting skills and excellent communication. The permanent, full-time post offers a Grade 7 salary and a supportive leadership team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a School Business Manager or similar operational leadership role.
• Strong financial management and budgeting experience.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Flexible, solution-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience of school management information systems such as SIMS (desirable).
• A recognised School Business Management or finance qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the school's business functions including financial planning, budgeting and monitoring.
• Oversee HR administration and personnel management.
• Manage procurement, contracts and supplier relationships.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance and statutory requirements.
• Oversee premises and facilities management and administration systems.
• Support Headteacher and Governors with strategic planning and development.

Skills

Financial management

Budgeting

HR administration

Procurement

Health & Safety

Facilities management

Strategic planning

Tools

SIMS

Job description

School Business Manager

Burnley Full Time Term Time + 4 Weeks

Permanent Position

Grade 7 31,607 - 35325

Veritas Education is delighted to be exclusively representing a welcoming and ambitious primary school in the Burnley area in the recruitment of a School Business Manager.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced School Business Manager or a finance and operations professional looking to take the next step in their career. Working closely with the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in the strategic and operational management of the school, ensuring that its financial, administrative and operational functions run effectively.

The successful candidate will be joining a supportive and forward-thinking school community that is committed to providing the very best outcomes for its pupils.

The Role

As School Business Manager, you will take responsibility for the leadership and management of the school's business functions, including:

• Financial planning, budgeting and monitoring.
• HR administration and personnel management.
• Procurement, contracts and supplier management.
• Health & Safety and statutory compliance.
• Premises and facilities management.
• Administration systems and operational procedures.
• Supporting the Headteacher and Governors with strategic planning and business development.

This is a varied and rewarding role that requires someone who is highly organised, proactive and able to manage multiple priorities in a busy school environment.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Previous experience in a School Business Manager or similar operational leadership role.
• Strong financial management and budgeting experience.
• Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• A flexible, solution-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience of school management information systems such as SIMS (desirable).
• A recognised School Business Management or finance qualification would be advantageous.

The School Offers

• A permanent, full-time position (Term Time + 4 weeks).
• Salary: Grade 7 31,607 - 35325.
• A welcoming and supportive Senior Leadership Team.
• A committed Governing Body that values continuous professional development.
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact within a thriving primary school.

Veritas Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'