School Business Manager - Finance, Ops & HR (Hybrid)

St Edward’s Prep Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

EV scheme with OctopusCycle to work

Shopping discounts

Means tested staff discount

Complimentary lunches

Pro rota holiday and bank holidays

Counselling scheme

Apprenticeships funding

Discretionary Christmas stand down

Personal accident at work cover

Job summary

St Edward’s Prep Ltd is seeking a proactive School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team. Based at the Reading campus, the role will drive financial and educational goals while leading support staff and ensuring smooth operations across departments.

You will work with the Head to optimise resources, maintain high customer service standards, and support safety and education quality for pupils. Hybrid working is available after settling in.

Qualifications

• Leads and manages school staff and operations.
• Manages budget, resources and procurement within school.
• Ensures compliance and high standards of service and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Human Resources and staffing processes.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate administration and daily operational tasks.

Skills

Staff management

Budgeting

HR administration

Job description

St Edward’s Prep Ltd is seeking a proactive School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team. Based at the Reading campus, the role will drive financial and educational goals while leading support staff and ensuring smooth operations across departments.

You will work with the Head to optimise resources, maintain high customer service standards, and support safety and education quality for pupils. Hybrid working is available after settling in.