School Business Manager

Kentjobs; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grammar school in Sandwich is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager to oversee operations, including finance, HR, and compliance. The successful candidate will be instrumental in managing resources and leading strategic development while ensuring the school's excellent operational standards. This is a permanent full-time position with a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in school operations management.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage finances and budgets effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage school operations including finances and HR.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Oversee the school's marketing and communications strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Management

HR Management

Risk Management

Compliance

Job description

School Business Manager

Full time, permanent, KR13

1st November 2025 start

We are looking for an excellent candidate to lead and manage the school’s operations, including Finances, Site Management, Catering, HR, Health and Safety, ICT, Compliance, Marketing and
Communications, and Risk and Administration.

Sir Roger Manwood’s School is a mixed grammar school, with approximately 1000 students of which approximately 260 are in the Sixth Form. The school enjoys an excellent reputation locally and is preparing to embark on a new five-year school development plan, which includes ambitious plans to develop the Sixth Form Centre, as well as on-going development of the school site.

Situated in the medieval town of Sandwich, the school enjoys a beautiful setting with spacious grounds and a mixture of old and newer buildings, which include a sports hall, gymnasium, science laboratories
and the Grange Sixth Form centre. There are playing fields across from the main site, including a recently built astroturf where school teams train and compete and local clubs rent the space outside of
school time.

SRMS is a mixed grammar school that was graded Good in all categories by Ofsted in September 2022.

Please note the School does not offer sponsorship for overseas applicants who require it for employment in the UK

Please note that all references will be taken up before interview as per our Safer Recruitment Policy

For further details and a downloadable application form please visit the vacancies section of the school website (www.manwoods.co.uk) or contact the Head’s PA, Mrs Robinson, on [e-mail] or
01304 610206. Any offer of employment will be subject to receipt of two satisfactory references and a DBS Enhanced Disclosure.

CLOSING DATE: strictly noon on 15 th August

INTERVIEWS: the school reserves the right to interview as applications are received

SHORTLISTING: Only candidates who are shortlisted will be contacted

Sir Roger Manwood’s School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Due to its Safer Recruitment Policy, the

School will take up references before interview.

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