School Business Manager – Strategic Finance & Ops Southwark

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced School Business Manager to join a primary school in Southwark starting January 2026. This full-time role entails managing financial, HR, and administrative functions while collaborating with the Headteacher and Governors. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in a senior business or finance role with strong leadership and organizational skills. This position provides a competitive salary within the NJC Scale and ongoing support from the recruitment agency.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive school community

Ongoing support from the recruitment agency

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a School Business Manager or in a similar senior business/finance role.
• Strong knowledge of school finance, HR, and operational management.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Strategic financial planning, budgeting, and monitoring.
• Oversight of HR processes including recruitment, payroll, and staff contracts.
• Management of premises, health & safety, and compliance.

Skills

School finance knowledge

HR processes

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Job description

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced School Business Manager to join a primary school in Southwark starting January 2026. This full-time role entails managing financial, HR, and administrative functions while collaborating with the Headteacher and Governors. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in a senior business or finance role with strong leadership and organizational skills. This position provides a competitive salary within the NJC Scale and ongoing support from the recruitment agency.