School Finance & Operations Leader — Flexible Full-Time

Parklands High School; Chorley; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Term-time plus considered

Leadership role in academy

Job summary

Parklands High School is seeking a School Business Manager to lead financial, HR and facilities operations within the trust.

The role offers a Grade 8 salary (£37,563–£42,123) with a full-time permanent appointment, with potential for term-time-plus for the right candidate. Start date as soon as possible; closing date 30/10/2026.

You will work with executive leadership and central teams to ensure efficient budgeting, procurement, payroll and safety across the academy.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex financial budgets, operational workflows, and administrative teams.
• Ability to maintain composure and prioritise workload under pressure.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with stakeholders.
• Strong commitment to continuous operational improvement in education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee budget management, financial reporting, payroll administration, and procurement processes.
• Direct day-to-day administrative operations, health and safety compliance, and site facility management.
• Lead HR administrative functions, supporting staff recruitment, onboarding, and payroll oversight.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and trust teams for long-term planning and sustainability.

Skills

Operational expertise

Crisis management

Stakeholder management

Commitment to excellence

Job description

Parklands High School is seeking a School Business Manager to lead financial, HR and facilities operations within the trust.

The role offers a Grade 8 salary (£37,563–£42,123) with a full-time permanent appointment, with potential for term-time-plus for the right candidate. Start date as soon as possible; closing date 30/10/2026.

You will work with executive leadership and central teams to ensure efficient budgeting, procurement, payroll and safety across the academy.