School Business Manager. Job in Tower Hamlets Education & Training Jobs

Academics Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency in London seeks a skilled School Business Manager to lead operations at a primary school in Tower Hamlets. The ideal candidate will have financial management experience and relevant qualifications. This full-time, permanent role offers the chance to significantly impact the school's success and development. Competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial and operational management.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Understanding of school finance, HR, and compliance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage key areas of the school's operations.
• Oversee financial planning, monitoring, and budget management.
• Ensure health & safety compliance.
• Ensure Health & Safety compliance.
• Conduct procurement and contract negotiation.

Skills

Financial and operational management

Excellent communication skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Recognised school business management qualification (e.g. DSBM, CSBM)

Job description

School Business Manager

Location: Tower Hamlets, East London
Start Date: September 2025
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive - Dependent on experience and qualifications (Local Authority Scale)

Are you an experienced and motivated School Business Manager ready for your next challenge?
Do you have the skills and passion to lead the business, finance, and operational management of a thriving primary school in Tower Hamlets?

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic School Business Manager to join the senior leadership team of our inclusive and community-focused school from September 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the strategic development and continued success of our school.

About the School

A welcoming and well-established Tower Hamlets primary school with a strong community ethos.
Rated 'Good' by Ofsted, with high expectations and ambitions for all pupils.
A supportive leadership team committed to excellence and innovation in education.

Role Overview

As School Business Manager, you will work closely with the Headteacher and governors, leading and managing key areas of the school's operations, including:

• Financial planning, monitoring, and budget management.
• HR and personnel administration.
• Premises and facilities management.
• Health & Safety compliance.
• Procurement and contract negotiation.

Strategic planning and support for school improvement.

You will play a vital role in shaping the long-term vision of the school, ensuring resources are used effectively to benefit all pupils.

Candidate Requirements School Business Manager, Tower Hamlets:

We are looking for a professional who:

• Has proven experience in financial and operational management, ideally within an educational setting.
• Holds a recognised school business management qualification (e.g. DSBM, CSBM) or equivalent.
• Is highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Understands school finance, HR, and compliance processes.
• Is proactive, strategic, and solutions-focused.

How to Apply

If you are a skilled and dedicated professional ready to take on a central role in a successful Tower Hamlets primary school, we warmly encourage you to apply.