School Business Manager – Top Performing School - Barking

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

Job summary

A flagship secondary school in Barking is hiring a School Business Manager to oversee financial and operational functions. The role is full-time and permanent, starting ASAP, with focus on safeguarding the academy's financial health and efficient administration.

Key responsibilities include budget oversight, procurement processes, HR and premises management, and strategic planning in partnership with the Headteacher and Governors.

Qualifications

• Experience managing school finances or public sector budgets preferred.
• Familiarity with Local Government or academy financial processes advantageous.
• Ability to interpret financial statements and produce concise reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the school budget, procurement, and financial reporting with accuracy.
• Lead administrative and premises teams; maintain personnel records and site contracts.
• Provide strategic support to Headteacher and Governors on long-term site development.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and data protection laws.

Skills

Budget management

Procurement

Financial reporting

HR management

Operations management

Strategic planning

Compliance

Job description

We are working with a school who are recruiting for a strategic and meticulous School Business Manager for a flagship secondary school in Barking. This is a full-time, permanent position starting ASAP, essential for the operational and financial health of the academy.

The Role

Financial Oversight: Manage the school’s budget, procurement processes, and financial reporting with total precision.

HR & Operations: Lead the administrative and premises teams, ensuring all personnel records and site contracts are maintained to the highest standard.

Strategic Planning: Act as a key advisor to the Headteacher and Governors, providing technical support for long-term site development.

Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to health and safety regulations and data protection laws within a well-ordered workplace.

About the School A pioneering academy in Barking known for its academic excellence and culture of humanity. It provides a safe and inspiring environment where professional excellence is the standard and administrative leaders are treated as valued peers.

Start Date: ASAP | Contract: Permanent

Salary: Paid based on experience (Local Government Scale)

Requirement: Must have Right to Work in the UK and previous school business or finance experience.