Strategic School Business Manager – Prep School Winchester

Marchant Recruitment; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An education recruitment company is seeking a proactive School Business Manager to oversee financial and operational functions at a prep school in Winchester. The ideal candidate will have experience in school business management and strong financial skills. Responsibilities include managing budgets, overseeing HR and administrative operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This is a full-time, permanent role starting January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in school business management, finance or senior administrative roles.
• Strong financial management and reporting skills.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and IT skills.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Managing the school’s budgeting, accounting and financial reporting.
• Overseeing HR, payroll and administrative operations.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Supporting strategic planning and operational decision-making.
• Coordinating school contracts, procurement and resources.
• Leading and developing administrative and finance staff.

Skills

Financial management

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

IT skills

Job description

An education recruitment company is seeking a proactive School Business Manager to oversee financial and operational functions at a prep school in Winchester. The ideal candidate will have experience in school business management and strong financial skills. Responsibilities include managing budgets, overseeing HR and administrative operations, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This is a full-time, permanent role starting January 2026.