School Business Manager

Academics Ltd; Sewerby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment agency is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager for an urgent vacancy in the Calder Valley. This role involves overseeing financial management, HR processes, and compliance within the school environment. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar role, possess strong organisational skills, and be able to start immediately. This position offers a competitive daily salary and the possibility of extending the initial contract beyond Easter, making it an attractive short-term opportunity.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Potential for contract extension

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar role.
• Strong financial and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of school finance systems and procedures.
• Ability to start immediately.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school's financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Manage HR processes, including staff and payroll liaison.
• Lead on premises, health & safety, and compliance.
• Support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team with operational management.

Skills

Financial management

Organisational skills

Knowledge of school finance systems

Proactive and adaptable

Job description

URGENT VACANCY: SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGER 🚨

Academics Recruitment is urgently seeking an experienced and highly organised School Business Manager to work at a Calder Valley school, starting immediately. This is a fantastic short-term opportunity with the potential for extension beyond Easter for the right candidate.

The Role:

• Oversee the school's financial management, budgeting, and forecasting
• Manage HR processes, including staff and payroll liaison
• Lead on premises, health & safety, and compliance
• Support the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team with operational management

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar role
• Strong financial and organisational skills
• Knowledge of school finance systems and procedures
• Ability to start immediately
• Professional, proactive, and adaptable

What's on Offer:

• Competitive daily rate / salary (dependent on experience)
• Initial contract until Easter, with potential to extend
• Opportunity to work within a supportive school environment

If you are an experienced School Business Manager available immediately and looking for a role in the Calder Valley, we would love to hear from you