School Business Manager

Eteach; Leicester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Une école spécialisée à Leicester recherche un(e) Gestionnaire scolaire pour superviser les fonctions opérationnelles essentielles, y compris la finance, l'administration, et la conformité légale. Cette position demande une collaboration étroite avec l'équipe de direction pour assurer un environnement éducatif stimulant et de qualité. Les candidats devront avoir une expérience en gestion au sein d'un établissement scolaire ou d'une organisation similaire, ainsi qu'une forte capacité à gérer des projets.

Benefits

Flexibilité de travail

Programmes de développement professionnel

Programme d'assistance aux employés

Qualifications

• Expérience antérieure dans un rôle de gestion au sein d'une école ou d'une organisation similaire.
• Compétences en finance et en administration.
• Capacité à travailler en étroite collaboration avec des équipes de direction.

Responsibilities

• Responsable des fonctions opérationnelles de l'école, y compris la finance et l'administration.
• Travail collaboratif avec le directeur et les autres responsables.
• Gestion des contrats avec des tiers et amélioration des services.

Skills

Gestion financière

Administration

Gestion des ressources humaines

Gestion de projets

Job description

School Business Manager

(Grade 9 points 27-30)

37 hours per week and 40 weeks per year (Term time + INSET Days + 2 weeks flexible working; some working from home possible)

(Start date and weekly hours/ working pattern to be negotiated with the successful candidate)

Oaklands School is a welcoming and growing Special Needs Primary School specialising in working with autistic children and those with speech, language & communication difficulties. We are looking for a skilled School Business Manager to join the team, working closely with leaders to build on our strong foundations. We are Leicester City’s only National Autistic Society Advanced Accredited school and in 2025-26, one of only 8 Inclusion Quality Mark CHAMPION Schools nationally. We want the best possible start for our unique young people and are looking to appoint someone who will bring creativity, rigour and commitment to helping us achieve our goals and improve our children and families’ lives. We work closely with other schools, particularly the City of Leicester Association of Special Schools (CLASS) group and the new Business Manager will have access to a range of peer networking opportunities.

The School Business Manager will be responsible for operational functions within the school, including finance, administration, HR, premises, contracts and Health & Safety.

The role includes:

• Working closely with the head teacher, senior leadership team and Governors
• Providing accurate and timely financial reporting
• Ensuring compliance with legal requirements with appropriate systems and policies
• Providing line management for the office team and Premises Officers
• Managing and improving the estate including maintenance and capital projects
• Managing 3rd party supply contracts including IT, HR, H&S, cleaning & catering, ensuring high quality service and value for money procurement

We can offer:

• a stimulating working place that is highly regarded both locally and nationally
• a unique and welcoming staff team with an ambitious & supportive leadership team
• flexible working opportunities that suit both you and the school
• an investment in your personal and professional development
• a nurturing, child-centred school ethos; wonderful pupils and families to get to know
• an opportunity to create a legacy for our future community
• Employee Assistance Programme

Closing date is Friday 29th August at 12 noon; Interviews to be held w/b 1st September

We would like all prospective candidates to visit the school before applying. If this is not possible, we can arrange a Teams call with you at a mutually convenient time. To arrange a visit or call please contact the school. If you have any questions in relation to the post or application process our Headteacher, Sarah Osborne, or Deputy Headteacher, Ingrid Spencer, would be delighted to speak to you