School Business Manager – Bexley Independent School

Marchant Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent school in Bexley is seeking a dedicated School Business Manager to manage finances, HR, and operations from January 2026. The successful candidate will lead a team, ensure compliance with independent school standards, and contribute to strategic decisions in a supportive educational environment. This is a permanent, full-time position in a vibrant community that values proactive leadership. Qualifications include being a qualified accountant or business professional with relevant managerial experience, effective organisational, analytical, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar role.
• Leadership experience in finance, HR, or operations is required.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial management, including budgets, accounts, and reporting.
• Oversee HR compliance and operational systems.
• Support senior leadership in strategic planning.
• Ensure financial health and operational excellence.

Skills

Change Management

Cyber Security

Access

Aircraft Operations

Freelancing

Arbitration

Education

Qualified accountant or business professional

Job description

Are you an exceptional School Business Manager ready to make a difference from January 2026?

Wayman Education is seeking a strategic School Business Manager to join a thriving independent school in Bexley.

The successful School Business Manager will lead the school's business operations including finance, HR, facilities and compliance. You will manage the school budget, oversee financial reporting and ensure smooth operational processes enabling the independent school to focus on delivering high‑quality education. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive School Business Manager who thrives in an independent school setting.

Key details for the School Business Manager :

Permanent role starting January 2026.

Lead the finance and operations team at the independent school in Bexley.

Opportunity to influence strategic decisions and school development.

Responsibilities (as School Business Manager) :

Lead financial management including budgets, accounts and reporting.

Oversee HR compliance and operational systems in line with independent school standards.

Support senior leadership and governors in strategic planning.

Ensure the independent school maintains strong financial health and operational excellence.

About the school :

This independent school in Bexley provides excellent facilities, strong pastoral care and a collaborative culture. The school values strategic input from its School Business Manager to enhance operations and support staff and pupils alike.

Requirements :

Qualified accountant or business professional with experience as a School Business Manager.

Leadership experience in finance, HR or school operations.

Strong organisational, analytical and communication skills.

Able to start January 2026 and be based in Bexley.

Application

To be considered for this School Business Manager role starting January 2026 please forward your CV. This independent school in Bexley looks forward to welcoming a committed School Business Manager.

Key Skills

• Change Management
• Cyber Security
• Access
• Aircraft Operations
• Freelancing
• Arbitration

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1