Senior School Operations & Growth Leader

Wishford Schools; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

Cycle to work scheme

Staff discount

Complimentary lunches

Pro rata holiday

Counselling scheme

Fully funded apprenticeships

Christmas stand down

Personal accident cover

Job summary

Wishford Schools is seeking a School Business Manager for St Edward’s Prep to join the Senior Leadership Team and drive educational and financial goals. You will lead support staff, ensure professionalism, and optimize resource use to support the school's strategic aims.

You will work closely with the Head to uphold high standards of service and education while managing operations, safety and budgets. The role offers hybrid working once settled in.

Qualifications

• Experience leading school operations and staff
• Strong communication and customer service
• Ability to work with senior leadership to achieve financial goals

Responsibilities

• Human Resources
• Compliance
• Administration Management
• Property Management
• Financial Management
• Health & Safety
• First Aid
• Transport and Educational Visits
• Ensure smooth school operations and safety of pupils

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Resource planning

Strategic thinking

Job description

Wishford Schools is seeking a School Business Manager for St Edward’s Prep to join the Senior Leadership Team and drive educational and financial goals. You will lead support staff, ensure professionalism, and optimize resource use to support the school's strategic aims.

You will work closely with the Head to uphold high standards of service and education while managing operations, safety and budgets. The role offers hybrid working once settled in.