Strategic School Business Manager – Finance & Operations

Southwark Park Primary School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading primary school in Greater London is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join their Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body, ensuring financial oversight and collaboration with various stakeholders. The role offers autonomy, a stable budget, and excellent CPD opportunities. Candidates must possess integrity, strategic business experience, and strong leadership abilities. Application deadline is December 28, 2025.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Autonomy in the role

Well-resourced setting

Excellent CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Operate with the highest levels of integrity, accountability and professional standards.
• Have a high level of strategic business experience, ideally in the education sector.
• Can lead, inspire and motivate a small and well-established support staff team.
• Have solid experience in core business areas such as human resources and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body to ensure continued school success.
• Oversee the school’s finances.
• Collaborate with all key stakeholders with warmth and discretion.

Skills

Integrity

Accountability

Strategic business experience

Financial acumen

Budget management

Human resources

Buildings management

Health and safety

Contract management

Education

Financial qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading primary school in Greater London is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to join their Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Headteacher and Governing Body, ensuring financial oversight and collaboration with various stakeholders. The role offers autonomy, a stable budget, and excellent CPD opportunities. Candidates must possess integrity, strategic business experience, and strong leadership abilities. Application deadline is December 28, 2025.