Strategic School Finance & Operations Manager

Prospero Teaching; Wigan; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to oversee the budget and funding for a vibrant Therapeutic Alternative Provision in Wigan. Candidates must possess strong financial and mathematical skills, ideally with experience as a School Bursar or Finance Officer. The role includes responsibilities such as managing funding and staff. This temporary-to-permanent opportunity offers professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Supportive staff team

Ongoing training and development

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Candidates must have strong financial experience, preferably as a School Bursar or Finance Officer.
• The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong financial and mathematical skills.
• Experience working within private or alternative provisions would be a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the school budget.
• Track and manage funding & expenditure in line with the budget.
• Negotiate and arrange local authority funding for students.
• Assist in staff management in conjunction with the owner.

Skills

Financial experience

Strong financial and mathematical skills

Human Resources knowledge

Understanding of SIMS software

Education

Diploma in School Business Management

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced School Business Manager to oversee the budget and funding for a vibrant Therapeutic Alternative Provision in Wigan. Candidates must possess strong financial and mathematical skills, ideally with experience as a School Bursar or Finance Officer. The role includes responsibilities such as managing funding and staff. This temporary-to-permanent opportunity offers professional growth in a supportive environment.