School Business Manager

Driver Hire Borders; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Education seeks an experienced School Business Manager for a primary school in North Liverpool. The role focuses on financial management, strategic planning, and overseeing HR functions. The ideal candidate is a motivated leader with a background in school finance and excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

Access to Free CPD course and Safeguarding Training

Caring & dedicated co-workers

Professional and friendly consultant

Competitive rates of pay paid weekly

Recommend a friend bonus worth up to £300

Qualifications

• Preferred degree in business administration, finance, or related field.
• Proven experience in financial management and strategic planning.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee school budget and financial planning.
• Manage HR functions including recruitment and staff development.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Multitasking

Knowledge of Education Regulations

Education

Degree in Business Administration or Finance

Tools

Financial Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Randstad Education are looking for an experienced School Business Manager for an OFSTED rated 'Good' Primary school in North Liverpool.

The ideal candidate would be a motivated and conscientious leader with a background in strategic planning and management of school finance. If this sounds like you, please read on!

Key Responsibilities of the role include:

Financial Management:
Overseeing the school budget and ensuring efficient and effective financial planning and resource allocation.
Managing day-to-day financial operations, including but not limited to: payroll, invoicing, and procurement.
Provide regular financial reports and analysis to senior leadership.

Strategic Planning:
Effectively collaborate with the Senior leadership team to develop and implement the school's strategic plan.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and revenue generation.
Contribute to the long-term sustainability and growth of the school.

Human Resources:
Oversee HR functions, including recruitment, on-boarding, and staff development.
Ensure compliance with employment regulations and maintain accurate personal records.
Implement effective performance management systems.

Facilities Management:
Supervise facilities and maintenance staff, promoting a safe and conducive learning environment.
Coordinate projects and maintenance schedules.
Manage relationships with external vendors and contractors.

Compliance and Risk Management:
Ensure the school's compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
Develop and implement risk management strategies.
Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies as necessary.

Qualifications and Skills:
A degree in business administration, finance, or a related field is preferred
Proven experience in financial management and strategic planning preferably in a school setting
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
Knowledge of the education sector regulations and funding mechanisms.
Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits
AWR from Day 1
Access to Free CPD course and Safeguarding Training
Caring & dedicated co-workers
A dedicated, professional and friendly consultant
Competitive rates of pay paid weekly, which are fully compliant under the Agency Workers Regulations (AWR, 2011)
Recommend a friend bonus worth up to £300

About Us
Randstad Education is the UK market leader for recruitment within education. We have been helping teachers and support staff to find temporary and permanent roles in schools, colleges and nurseries for nearly twenty years. Working with over 2500 schools each week, our staff support over 135,000 children every day across the country, so we can find the right match for your skills. The Liverpool branch is one of the oldest and busiest in the country and has a dedicated team of consultants working across primary, secondary and SEN. We now also have a dedicated section looking after school support roles such as technicians, administration and finance.

We are proud to support a diverse portfolio of schools across the North West, so even if this job or location is not suitable, we would still love to hear from you regarding your relevant experience. We may have other roles available in schools, temporary or permanent, short-or long-term, full or part-time, which may be a better match.

What Next?
If your application is deemed suitable for this position an interview will be offered immediately. Documents will be submitted and checked online and our consultants will guide you through how to do this. All candidates will be required to undergo child protection and UK eligibility checks, and be subject to an enhanced DBS check. Randstad Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and requires all applicants to share this commitment.

To discuss this in more detail, please contact Eileen Stackhouse, your specialist secondary consultant via email on [e-mail] or call our Liverpool branch on 0151 255 1666.

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please Apply Online Now!