School Business Manager Job Blackpool Up to £60K Nov 2025. Job in Blackpool Education & Trainin[...]

Tradewind Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Strategic School Business Manager for a fixed-term role in Blackpool. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in school budget management and proven senior management skills. Responsibilities include overseeing financial operations and contributing to the school’s strategic direction. The role starts in November 2025, with a salary up to £60,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in managing a school budget, including forecasting and reporting.
• Proven senior experience in business management or finance within an educational setting.
• Strong leadership and management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations, including audits and compliance.
• Manage procurement processes for efficient use of resources.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and statutory regulations.

Skills

School budget management

Financial leadership

Strategic management

Excellent negotiation skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Relevant professional qualification in School Business Management or Finance

Job description

Strategic School Business Manager Blackpool Fixed-Term Contract Up to 60,000 FTE Essential School Budget Experience Start November 2025

Are you a highly experienced and strategic business professional with a proven track record in school budget management? A fantastic opportunity has arisen in Blackpool for a dedicated School Business Manager (SBM) to join a dynamic team on a fixed-term contract.

We are seeking an individual who can provide exceptional leadership and management for all non-teaching aspects of the school, ensuring efficient, compliant, and strategic use of resources. This role is central to the school's continued success and will report directly to the Headteacher and Governors.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership:

  • Overseeing all financial operations, including statutory reporting, audits, and compliance.

  • Leading the planning, development, and control of the school's annual budget (essential experience).

  • Providing accurate and timely financial advice, monitoring, and forecasts to the Headteacher and Governing Body.

  • Identifying and securing new funding streams and maximising income generation activities (e.g., lettings, grants).

• Strategic Management:

  • Working as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to contribute to the overall strategic direction and achievement of the School Development Plan.

  • Managing procurement processes to ensure value for money across all school resources.

• Operations & Resources:

  • Managing HR, Administration, and site/facilities functions.

  • Ensuring the school is compliant with all Health & Safety, GDPR, and statutory regulations.

  • Line management and development of the support staff team.

Essential Requirements

• Significant, demonstrable experience in managing a school budget (setting, forecasting, and reporting).

• Proven senior experience in business management, finance, or administration, preferably within an educational setting.

• Excellent financial, analytical, and negotiation skills.

• Strong leadership and people management abilities.

• A relevant professional qualification in School Business Management, Finance, or equivalent.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

The Offer

• Salary: Up to 60,000 (Full-Time Equivalent), dependent on experience.

• Location: Blackpool, Lancashire.

• Contract: Fixed-Term (6 months initially).

• Start Date: November 2025.

Join us and play a pivotal role in ensuring our resources directly support the best educational outcomes for our pupils.

Apply Now by sending your CV and a covering letter outlining your school budget experience.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for this post.