School Business Manager | Bexley

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected independent school in Greater London is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join their senior leadership team starting January 2026. The successful candidate will oversee the smooth operation of financial, administration, and human resources. Strong experience in school business management is required along with excellent financial and HR management skills. This role offers a full-time position with the opportunity to significantly impact the school's strategic planning and operational success.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in school business management or related senior roles.
• Excellent financial and HR management skills.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work proactively and prioritise multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets, monitor expenditure and prepare financial reports.
• Lead on HR processes including recruitment, payroll and staff development.
• Ensure operational compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Advise the Headteacher and Governors on financial strategy and resource allocation.
• Manage administrative systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Skills

School business management

Financial management

HR management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

Introduction

A highly respected independent school in Bexley seeks an experienced School Business Manager to join their senior leadership team from January 2026. The SBM will oversee the smooth operation of the schools finances administration and human resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage annual budgets, monitor expenditure and prepare financial reports.
• Lead on HR processes including recruitment, payroll and staff development.
• Ensure operational compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Advise the Headteacher and Governors on financial strategy and resource allocation.
• Manage administrative systems to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Candidate Requirements

• Strong experience in school business management or related senior roles.
• Excellent financial and HR management skills.
• Strong leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work proactively and prioritise multiple responsibilities.

About the School

This independent Bexley school is renowned for its academic success, student welfare and supportive staff culture. The SBM will have a significant impact on the school's strategic planning and operational success.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please forward an up-to-date version of your CV.

Employment Type

Full Time