Strategic School Business Manager – Finance, HR & Operations Lead

LB WANDSWORTH SCHOOLS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in London is seeking a School Business Manager to lead operational functions and drive improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a CSBM/DSBM qualification and a proven track record in managing successful teams. This role emphasizes collaboration, communication, and developing effective systems to support educational excellence, along with competitive remuneration.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive staff environment

Inclusive school culture

Qualifications

• Experience in leading change and building effective teams.
• Ability to develop streamlined processes that enhance staff performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead on finance, premises, operations, HR, and compliance.
• Shape a newly forming office team.
• Ensure efficient processes across the school.

Skills

CSBM/DSBM qualification

Strategic insight

HR process support

Strong ICT skills (Arbor, Access, MS Office)

Organisational skills

Team management

Communication skills

Commitment to inclusion

Health and safety understanding

Job description

A prominent educational institution in London is seeking a School Business Manager to lead operational functions and drive improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a CSBM/DSBM qualification and a proven track record in managing successful teams. This role emphasizes collaboration, communication, and developing effective systems to support educational excellence, along with competitive remuneration.