Senior School Operations & Finance Manager

St Edward’s Prep Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

EV scheme with Octopus

Cycle to work scheme and shopping

Means tested staff discount

Complimentary lunches

Access to apprenticeships

Discretionary Christmas stand down

Personal accident at work cover

Job summary

St Edward's Prep School & Nursery in Reading is seeking a dynamic School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team. You will work with the Head to drive educational and financial goals, lead support staff, and ensure excellent resource management and service quality.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position (with possible part-time options) and a salary of £45,000–£48,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in school administration or similar leadership role.
• Ability to manage diverse operations including HR, finance, facilities and safety.
• Strong stakeholder engagement with senior leadership and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support school operations as part of the Senior Leadership Team.
• Oversee HR, compliance, finance, facilities and safety management.
• Ensure efficient resource use and high standards of customer service.

Skills

HR

Compliance

Administration

Financial management

Health & Safety

Property management

First Aid

Transport & trips

Job description

St Edward's Prep School & Nursery in Reading is seeking a dynamic School Business Manager to join the Senior Leadership Team. You will work with the Head to drive educational and financial goals, lead support staff, and ensure excellent resource management and service quality.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position (with possible part-time options) and a salary of £45,000–£48,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus a range of staff benefits.