School Operations & Finance Lead

MyNewTerm; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing

Leadership training

Career progression

Counselling support

Team environment

Impact on children

Job summary

Flying High Academy in Mansfield is seeking a proactive School Business Lead to oversee the school office and business functions, reporting to the Headteacher and SLT. You will drive high-quality administration, financial planning, personnel processes and operational support across the school.

You will lead an enthusiastic administrative team, ensuring an organised, welcoming service for staff, pupils, parents and governors, while ensuring compliance, value for money, and strategic planning

Qualifications

• Experience leading a school office or business team.
• Strong budgeting, forecasting and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of school policies, HR and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead administrative, financial and support functions for the school.
• Manage office staff and maintain a positive culture.
• Oversee SIS, data quality and compliance.
• Support Headteacher with budget setting and reporting.
• Lead procurement and supplier negotiations.
• Handle HR, payroll and personnel processes.
• Foster partnerships with parents and external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

People management

Operations planning

Stakeholder communication

Policy compliance

HR administration

Procurement

Systems improvement

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Budgeting software

HRIS

Job description

Flying High Academy in Mansfield is seeking a proactive School Business Lead to oversee the school office and business functions, reporting to the Headteacher and SLT. You will drive high-quality administration, financial planning, personnel processes and operational support across the school.

You will lead an enthusiastic administrative team, ensuring an organised, welcoming service for staff, pupils, parents and governors, while ensuring compliance, value for money, and strategic planning