Strategic Operations & Finance Lead for Secondary School

Tkat (the Kemnal Academies Trust); Chichester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Hybrid working

24/7 confidential counselling

Family-friendly policies

Cycle to work scheme

Generous pension

Blue Light Card access

Job summary

Chichester High School, part of Kemnal Academies Trust, is seeking a dedicated Secondary Operations & Business Manager to lead non-teaching operations and empower our school community. You will manage estates, facilities, finance and HR, partnering with the Headteacher to drive procurement, safety and compliance in support of outstanding learning for all pupils.

We value empathetic, proactive leadership that can operate across Trust sites and contribute to a culture of belonging, equity and

Qualifications

• Requires a relevant professional qualification in School Business Management or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in managing budgets, forecasting, and financial compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead non-teaching teams including Premises and Administration.
• Oversee estates, facilities, and health & safety compliance.
• Manage local HR and payroll reconciliation, MIS data, and SCR compliance.
• Drive procurement value and community engagement, including lettings.

Skills

Financial leadership

Operational leadership

Education

School Business Management qualification

Job description

Chichester High School, part of Kemnal Academies Trust, is seeking a dedicated Secondary Operations & Business Manager to lead non-teaching operations and empower our school community. You will manage estates, facilities, finance and HR, partnering with the Headteacher to drive procurement, safety and compliance in support of outstanding learning for all pupils.

We value empathetic, proactive leadership that can operate across Trust sites and contribute to a culture of belonging, equity and