School Business Manager – Well Resourced School - Preston

Marchant Recruitment; Rishton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Preston School is seeking a strategic and meticulous School Business Manager for a flagship secondary school in Preston. The role is full-time and permanent with start ASAP, responsible for the school's operational and financial health.

The position covers financial oversight, HR & operations, strategic planning, and compliance with health and safety and data protection laws. Right to Work in the UK and prior school business/finance experience are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in school business or finance management.
• Right to Work in the UK.
• Strong financial oversight and procurement experience.
• Ability to advise Headteacher and Governors.

Responsibilities

• Manage school budget, procurement, and financial reporting with precision.
• Lead administrative and premises teams; maintain personnel records and site contracts.
• Provide strategic input for long-term site development.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and data protection laws.

Skills

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Procurement

HR management

Operations management

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 Preston. 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 Preston 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.